Surfers Catch Bore Waves On River Severn

Surfers Catch Bore Waves On River Severn

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Physical Ed, Biology, Life Skills

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The video discusses the unique natural phenomenon of the bore, a tidal wave over 10.4 meters high, and the experience of surfing it. It highlights the community spirit among surfers and the challenges posed by the wave's sudden formation. The video also explains the rare alignment of the sun, moon, and earth, which enhances tidal forces, making the tides higher than usual. This alignment is expected to create more such events, though they remain rare.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the height of the tidal bore mentioned in the video?

20 meters

15 meters

10.4 meters

5 meters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many years has Steve Peter been surfing the bore?

15 years

11 years

8 years

5 years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate number of surfers participating in the event?

100 surfers

50 surfers

150 surfers

200 surfers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural alignment contributes to the higher tides?

Sun, Moon, and Earth

Moon and Venus

Earth and Jupiter

Sun and Mars

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the next super tide expected to occur?

Next winter

Next summer

Next spring

Next autumn