Australian Hospital Rescuing Koalas From Historic Bushfires

Australian Hospital Rescuing Koalas From Historic Bushfires

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Biology, Science, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the impact of Australia's worst fire crisis on the koala population in Port Macquarie. It highlights the efforts of the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital, which has been caring for injured koalas for over 35 years. The hospital has saved 31 koalas since October and plans to use global donations to start a breeding program. The story of Zenani, a koala injured in a bushfire, is featured, emphasizing the hospital's dedication to koala care and conservation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary impact of the fire crisis on the koala population in Port Macquarie?

Increased tourism

Destruction of habitats

Improved healthcare facilities

Expansion of urban areas

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two individuals mentioned as key figures in the koala rescue efforts?

Michael Brown and Sarah Lee

David Clark and Emma White

Barbara Barrett and Ann Walsh

John Smith and Mary Johnson

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason some koalas cannot be released back into the wild?

They are too badly injured

They are too young

They are too aggressive

They are too old

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to maintain genetic purity when breeding koalas?

To increase their size

To ensure they are more aggressive

To preserve their natural characteristics

To make them more adaptable to urban areas

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the immediate concerns for koala conservation mentioned in the final section?

Increasing tourism

Creating automatic drinking stations

Building new hospitals

Developing new urban areas