88,000 people evacuated from Fort McMurray after huge wildfire

88,000 people evacuated from Fort McMurray after huge wildfire

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Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The speaker expresses gratitude to the firefighters for their heroic efforts in saving Fort McMurray from a devastating fire. Despite the destruction of about 2,400 structures, nearly 90% of the city, including critical infrastructure, was saved. The speaker highlights the resilience of the city and assures continued support for rebuilding efforts. The miraculous evacuation of the population and the preservation of most of the city are emphasized.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's impression of the fire's impact on Fort McMurray?

The fire only affected commercial areas.

There was a stark contrast between devastated and untouched areas.

The fire was less severe than expected.

The fire affected all neighborhoods equally.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker describe the efforts of the firefighters?

They focused only on saving commercial buildings.

They heroically managed to stop the fire near untouched houses.

They were unable to control the fire.

They evacuated only a small portion of the population.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Fort McMurray's structures were saved according to the speaker?

Exactly 100%

About 50%

Almost 90%

Less than 10%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker compare the Fort McMurray fire to the Slave Lake fire?

Fort McMurray lost a smaller percentage of structures than Slave Lake.

Both fires resulted in the same percentage of loss.

Slave Lake was unaffected by fires.

Fort McMurray lost more structures than Slave Lake.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What assurance does the speaker give about the future of Fort McMurray?

The city will be rebuilt with Alberta's support.

The city will not receive any external help.

The city will be abandoned.

The city will remain in its current state.