Fast-Moving Creek Fire Sets New Record In California

Fast-Moving Creek Fire Sets New Record In California

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Geography, Science, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the unprecedented wildfires in California, focusing on the Creek Fire, which is the largest single fire in the state's history. It explains the difference between single and complex fires and highlights the massive impact of 2020 wildfires, which have burned an area three times the size of Rhode Island. The video also addresses the health risks from poor air quality due to smoke and the economic challenges faced by California's vineyards, as smoke-damaged grapes could lead to unsellable wine.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes the Creek Fire from other fires in California?

It started as a single blaze.

It is the largest complex fire in history.

It burned the most acres in a single day.

It was the first fire of 2020.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many of the top six wildfires in California history started in the last 90 days?

Six

Two

Three

Five

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The area burned by the 2020 wildfires is approximately how many times the size of Rhode Island?

Four times

Three times

Twice

Five times

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the health impacts of the wildfire smoke mentioned in the video?

Increased risk of cancer

Increased risk of certain infections

Increased risk of heart disease

Increased risk of diabetes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the 2020 vintage of California wine be unsellable?

The grapes are overripe.

The grapes are too sour.

The grapes are too sweet.

The grapes are damaged by smoke.