VOICED: A risky gamble to get Gulf Coast's oiled pelicans clean

VOICED: A risky gamble to get Gulf Coast's oiled pelicans clean

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the impact of oil spills on birds, particularly the Brown Pelican, which recently came off the endangered species list. The oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico poses a significant threat to their recovery, especially during nesting season. The rescue efforts are challenging, requiring trained specialists to clean the birds and find safe release locations. The video highlights the importance of strategic decisions in rescue operations to avoid further harm to the birds and their habitats.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the initial recovery process for oiled birds?

Teaching them to hunt for food

Realigning their feather structure

Reintroducing them to their natural habitat

Training them to fly again

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the brown Pelican's recovery particularly concerning during the oil spill?

They have just been removed from the endangered species list

They are the most numerous bird species in the area

They are the only species affected by the spill

They are not native to the Gulf of Mexico

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it typically take to clean an adult Pelican?

15 minutes

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge in releasing cleaned birds back into the wild?

Finding oil-free areas for release

Teaching them to fly again

Training them to avoid oil slicks

Ensuring they can find food

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a critical consideration when deciding to capture a bird for rescue?

The bird's ability to fly

The bird's nesting status

The bird's age

The bird's size