Spitting Cobra vs My Face

Spitting Cobra vs My Face

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Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 9th Grade

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The video explores the Mozambique spitting cobra, one of South Africa's most dangerous snakes. It begins with an emergency drill to prepare for potential bites, emphasizing the urgency of medical attention. The team then films the cobra's unique spitting ability, highlighting its accuracy and defensive nature. The video also discusses the cobra's evolutionary adaptations and its influence on popular culture, such as the depiction in Jurassic Park. The importance of respecting these reptiles from a safe distance is stressed throughout.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the initial scenario in the video?

A guide on how to capture snakes

A discussion on snake habitats

A training drill for a snake bite emergency

A demonstration of snake handling skills

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the Mozambique spitting cobra particularly dangerous?

Its ability to camouflage

Its cytotoxic venom

Its speed

Its large size

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Mozambique spitting cobra defend itself?

By hissing loudly

By biting

By spitting venom

By playing dead

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the spitting ability of the Mozambique spitting cobra?

It can spit from a lower angle

It can spit while moving

It can spit multiple times in a row

It can spit without opening its mouth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What evolutionary feature allows the cobra to spit venom?

Specialized skull muscles

Flexible jaw muscles

Retractable fangs

Double-layered skin

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the cobra's venom when spitting?

To attract mates

To catch prey

To blind predators

To mark territory

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which movie was influenced by the spitting ability of the cobra?

Jurassic Park

The Jungle Book

King Kong

Anaconda