Floods crisis continues

Floods crisis continues

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Science, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers the arrival of water pumps in Staines and Chertsey to address severe flooding. Fire crews from Shropshire worked overnight to protect homes. The Prime Minister visited the area, acknowledging the national effort required and the criticism of his handling of the crisis. High-volume pumps are used to remove water, but many homes remain without power. The community remains hopeful, but pressure mounts on the government to resolve the crisis.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the arrival of water pumps in Staines and Chertsey?

To irrigate farmland

To prevent fires

To provide drinking water

To address growing concerns of worsening flooding

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Prime Minister emphasize during his visit?

The need for international aid

The importance of the next 24 hours in managing the crisis

The reduction of taxes for affected areas

The success of the current flood management efforts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many homes were reported to be without power nationally?

10,000

20,000

30,000

40,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the capacity of the high-volume pumps used in the flood management efforts?

5,000 liters per minute

12,000 liters per minute

7,000 liters per minute

10,000 liters per minute

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general sentiment of the residents regarding the flood management efforts?

They are completely satisfied

They are hopeful but cautious

They are indifferent

They feel no one is doing anything