Exploration of Flint Island's Coral Reefs

Exploration of Flint Island's Coral Reefs

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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The video explores Flint Island, one of five remote islands, where a science team conducts surveys to document marine life. The team examines organisms from microbes to sharks, using methods like photographing the seabed and counting coral species. They also assess fish populations. The 16-member team performs around 50 dives daily to provide a comprehensive view of Flint's coral reefs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the expedition to Flint Island?

To establish a new research facility

To survey and document the island's ecosystem

To find new sources of minerals

To build a tourist attraction

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which method is used by Jen Smith to study the organisms on Flint Island?

Collecting water samples

Taking photographs of the ocean floor

Conducting aerial surveys

Using sonar technology

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using a transect line in the study?

To guide divers along a specific path for surveys

To mark the boundaries of the island

To catch fish for examination

To measure water temperature

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for counting the abundance of coral species?

The entire team

Local fishermen

Jen Smith

David Aura

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many dives does the team complete each day to study Flint's coral reefs?

10

25

50

100