VOICED: Water everywhere, but Egyptians don't have enough to drink

VOICED: Water everywhere, but Egyptians don't have enough to drink

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Interactive Video

Business

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the critical role of the Nile River in Egypt's water supply, highlighting issues of water quality and distribution, particularly in rural areas. It addresses the challenges posed by an aging infrastructure and the unequal access to clean water. The video also explores international disputes over Nile water rights, stemming from a colonial-era treaty, and the potential future water shortages due to Egypt's growing population and upstream demands. The narrative concludes with the looming legal and resource management challenges Egypt faces to secure its water needs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue faced by the village east of Cairo regarding water?

Lack of water supply

Water is only available at night

Water is plentiful but not always drinkable

Water is too expensive

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Egypt's water needs is supplied by the Nile?

90%

100%

70%

50%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major reason for the lack of access to clean drinking water in Egypt?

Aging network of water pipes

High cost of water

Overpopulation

Lack of rainfall

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which treaty is mentioned as guaranteeing Egypt a large share of the Nile's waters?

The Nile Water Agreement

The Treaty of Versailles

The 1929 Colonial-Era Treaty

The Treaty of Cairo

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By what year is Egypt expected to face water shortages due to its rising birth rate?

2025

2020

2040

2030