CLEAN : Ebola boosts British gamer behind Plague Inc

CLEAN : Ebola boosts British gamer behind Plague Inc

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Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the game Plague Inc., highlighting its zombie-themed virus gameplay and its unexpected rise in popularity during the Ebola outbreak. The game serves as a tool for players to understand the potential consequences of a global pandemic. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of the world and the importance of taking action against diseases like Ebola. Players often reflect on their in-game decisions, realizing the severe impact of diseases. The video also critiques simplistic solutions like quarantining regions, showcasing the game's educational value in illustrating the complexities of disease spread.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial theme of the virus in the game Plague Inc?

Natural disaster

Economic collapse

Alien invasion

Zombie-themed virus

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Ebola outbreak affect the game's downloads?

Downloads decreased by 50%

Downloads remained the same

Downloads increased by 50%

Downloads were unaffected

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What realization do players often have after winning the game?

The game is unrealistic

The game is too easy

Their actions have no consequences

They should have lost the game

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Plague Inc demonstrate about global pandemics?

Pandemics are a thing of the past

Pandemics are easily contained

Pandemics only affect isolated regions

Pandemics can spread rapidly due to global connectivity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What misconception does Plague Inc address regarding disease containment?

Quarantining a region is effective

Only developed countries are affected

Vaccines are unnecessary

Diseases cannot spread globally