CLEAN: Warm winter leaves Olympic organisers scrambling for snow

CLEAN: Warm winter leaves Olympic organisers scrambling for snow

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Physics, Science, Physical Ed

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the Winter Olympics, focusing on the challenges faced by skiing venues due to varying snow conditions. It highlights the need for snow management, such as trucking in snow, and the difficulties athletes face in adapting to different snow types. The importance of equipment, like sharp skis, is emphasized for optimal performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common challenge faced by Winter Olympics venues?

Lack of spectators

Insufficient snow

High temperatures

Limited accommodation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do venues typically manage snow shortages?

Postpone the Olympics

Cancel events

Use artificial snow

Truck in snow from other areas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it crucial for athletes to adapt their equipment during the Winter Olympics?

To improve speed

To reduce weight

To adjust to changing snow conditions

To match their outfit

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of snow conditions might athletes encounter at the Winter Olympics?

Hard and compact

Icy and slippery

Soft and wet

Dry and powdery

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the measurements mentioned in the transcript?

They describe the size of the venue

They measure the depth of snow

They refer to the height of a mountain

They indicate the length of a ski jump