Smoke From Western Wildfires Blankets Cities

Smoke From Western Wildfires Blankets Cities

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Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the intensifying wildfires across the US, particularly in states like California, Oregon, and Nevada. It highlights the severe drought conditions contributing to the fires and the extensive efforts by firefighters to control them. The impact on communities, including school closures and air quality issues, is also covered. The video concludes with a focus on the unprecedented nature of these fires.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major factor contributing to the increased wildfire activity in California?

Extreme drought conditions

High humidity levels

Low temperatures

Abundant rainfall

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are firefighters combating the wildfires from the air?

Using drones to monitor the fires

Dropping water and retardant from helicopters and planes

Deploying parachute teams

Using air balloons to create barriers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What health advisory is issued due to the thick smoke from the wildfires?

Air quality alert

Flood alert

Heatwave warning

Tornado warning

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unprecedented action did Nevada take in response to the smoke conditions?

Declared a state holiday

Opened new airports

Increased public transportation

Issued a stage 3 emergency

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the situation in Minnesota regarding the wildfires?

The fires have been completely extinguished

The flames are still advancing towards Patrick's cabin

The fires are moving away from populated areas

The fires are under control