VOICED: Five years after Katrina, New Orleans struggles on

The video discusses the long-lasting impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans, highlighting the devastation and ongoing recovery efforts in the city, particularly in the Lower 9th Ward. It also addresses the challenges posed by a recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which threatens the region's economic recovery. The video emphasizes the need for improved infrastructure and government support to prevent future disasters.

What was one of the major causes of destruction in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina?

• Earthquakes

• Wildfires

• Levee failures

• Tornadoes

How does Gertrude LeBlanc feel about the security of her neighborhood after the levees were raised?

• She feels more secure.

• She feels indifferent.

• She feels less secure.

• She feels anxious.

What is one of the ongoing efforts mentioned to protect New Orleans?

• Expanding the city limits

• Raising the levees

• Constructing new highways

• Building new skyscrapers

What new catastrophe is the coastal area facing after Hurricane Katrina?

• A massive oil spill

• A severe drought

• A volcanic eruption

• A large earthquake

What are locals in Larose, Louisiana, seeking from the federal government?

• New technology

• Better education

• Federal support

• More tourism