New York Braces itself for Hurricane Sandy

New York Braces itself for Hurricane Sandy

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Journalism, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript describes a city under lockdown due to an impending hurricane. Shops are closed, and tourists like the Hopton family are advised to stay near their hotels. The subway and food chains are shut, and Broadway performances are canceled. New Yorkers are stocking up on provisions, with some showing stubbornness and curiosity about the storm. Authorities have advised evacuation, and the city is expected to become a ghost town as the storm approaches.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are tourists like the Hopton family doing during the lockdown?

Taking the subway to different locations

Exploring the city extensively

Staying close to their hotel

Visiting all the open shops

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT affected by the hurricane in New York?

Subway services

Broadway performances

Local parks

Food chains

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are many New Yorkers preparing for the hurricane?

Attending public events

Going to work as usual

Stocking up on provisions

Evacuating the city

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice are authorities giving to people in flood-prone areas?

Stay indoors and wait

Evacuate the area

Continue with daily activities

Visit nearby shelters

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome for the city as the storm intensifies?

It will become more lively

It will remain unaffected

It will become a ghost town

It will host more tourists