CLEAN : Dead Sea's revival with Red Sea canal edges closer to reality

CLEAN : Dead Sea's revival with Red Sea canal edges closer to reality

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Science, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the critical role of water in national security, particularly in Jordan, where water scarcity is a pressing issue. It highlights the overexploitation of groundwater and the need for desalination as a future solution. The collaboration with neighboring countries like Israel and Syria on shared water resources is also mentioned.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is water considered a national security issue in Jordan?

Because it is abundant and needs to be exported.

Due to its role in the stability of the Kingdom.

Because it is used for military purposes.

Due to its potential for generating electricity.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main challenges Jordan faces regarding water?

Excessive rainfall and flooding.

Shortage and increased demand.

Overproduction of desalinated water.

Pollution of water bodies.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed solution for Jordan's water shortage?

Reducing water consumption by 50%.

Increasing desalination efforts.

Importing water from neighboring countries.

Building more dams.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much has Jordan overexploited its groundwater?

By around 150%.

By around 100%.

By around 50%.

By around 200%.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is Jordan planning to increase desalination efforts?

In the west of the Kingdom.

In the north of the Kingdom.

In the south of the Kingdom.

In the east of the Kingdom.