TED-Ed: Why isn’t the Netherlands underwater?

The video discusses the Netherlands' advanced water management systems, focusing on the Delta Works and Room for the River plan. It highlights the country's historical challenges with flooding and the innovative solutions implemented to prevent future disasters. The video also explores Rotterdam's unique strategies for urban water management, showcasing the Netherlands as a global leader in flood prevention and climate resilience.

What event prompted the Netherlands to enhance their flood prevention measures?

• The storm of 2000

• The storm of 1998

• The storm of 1953

• The storm of 1960

What is the Delta Works primarily focused on?

• Preventing river floods

• Holding back ocean storms

• Creating wildlife habitats

• Building new cities

What was the first line of defense in the Delta Works project?

• Building seawalls

• Damming flood-prone estuaries

• Planting trees

• Constructing skyscrapers

What is the Maeslantkering known for?

• Being the largest dam in the world

• Providing flexible protection for shipping channels

• Creating new land for agriculture

• Being a tourist attraction

What is the purpose of the Room for the River plan?

• To relocate farms and dikes

• To increase urban sprawl

• To build more dams

• To create more roads

How does Rotterdam manage storm threats in older districts?

• By creating artificial lakes

• By building skyscrapers

• By relying on traditional dikes

• By using floating pavilions

What innovative feature do newer districts in Rotterdam often have?

• Automated traffic systems

• Solar-powered streetlights

• Green roofs that store rainwater

• Underground tunnels