Extreme Hailstorm Crash Test in the Verdon Gorges

Extreme Hailstorm Crash Test in the Verdon Gorges

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Architecture

6th Grade - University

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The video showcases a daring experiment under the Bridge of La to Be, Europe's highest bungee jumping site. The team conducts a series of tests to observe the impact of hailstones on a car. Initially, smaller hailstones are tested, revealing they are not strong enough to cause significant damage. The experiment escalates to using the largest hailstones ever found, demonstrating their immense power. The video concludes with the realization that hail can be stronger than metal, emphasizing the potential danger of such natural phenomena.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Bridge of La to Be in the experiment?

It is the starting point for the car's descent.

It is the location of the largest hailstone ever found.

It is the highest site in Europe for bungee jumping.

It is the safest place for the experiment.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of Jean Michel Tretul in the experiment?

He was the one conducting the bungee jump.

He was the group leader.

He was the manager supervising the experiment.

He was the assistant serial tester.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speed of the hailstones in the first test?

150 km/h

95 km/h

80 km/h

120 km/h

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was James chosen to replace the original tester for the second hailstone test?

He was more experienced.

The original tester was unavailable.

The test was deemed too dangerous.

He volunteered for the role.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speed of the hailstones during the second test?

200 km/h

150 km/h

100 km/h

95 km/h

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the second hailstone test on the car?

The car was undamaged.

The car's metal was crushed.

The car was pushed off the bridge.

The car's windows shattered.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the experiment demonstrate about the power of hailstones?

Hailstones are harmless to cars.

Hailstones can break everything in their way.

Hailstones are weaker than metal.

Hailstones are only dangerous at high speeds.