CLEAN : Stranded whales die on New Zealand beach

CLEAN : Stranded whales die on New Zealand beach

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Biology, Science

6th - 8th Grade

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The video discusses the phenomenon of whale stranding, highlighting that approximately 20 whales are suspected to be involved. It explores the factors leading to stranding, such as abnormal behavior and feeding patterns. The video also explains how family dynamics contribute to mass stranding events, with family members assisting stranded whales. Finally, it notes the predictability of these events, suggesting that pilot whale strandings occur every summer.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated number of whales involved in the stranding event?

Approximately 20

Approximately 10

Approximately 40

Approximately 30

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the abnormal behaviors exhibited by the whales?

Making loud noises

Jumping out of water

Not feeding normally

Swimming in circles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action do some whales take that leads to a mass stranding?

They dive deeper into the ocean

They come onto the beach

They form a new group

They swim away from the group

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do other family members play in the stranding event?

They ignore the stranded whales

They help the stranded whales

They call for help

They swim away

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often can a pilot whale stranding be expected to occur?

Every autumn

Every summer

Every spring

Every winter