Bahamian Shelters Are Overflowing After Hurricane Dorian

Bahamian Shelters Are Overflowing After Hurricane Dorian

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Social Studies, Geography, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the overcrowding of shelters in Nassau, where people from the devastated Abacos Islands and Grand Bahama Island seek refuge. Despite a capacity of 4000, shelters are overflowing, raising questions about the government's response. Some shelters remain closed, awaiting social services' intervention. Meanwhile, rescue flights have been bringing people to Nassau, but these free services are ending, with regular commercial flights resuming. The situation highlights the challenges faced by displaced individuals and the need for effective crisis management.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What temporary solution has been implemented to accommodate the overflow of people in Nassau shelters?

Building new shelters

Setting up tents

Providing hotel accommodations

Sending people to other islands

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main concerns regarding the Bahamian government's response to the shelter crisis?

Inadequate transportation services

Not maximizing shelter capacity

Insufficient medical aid

Lack of food supplies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total capacity of the 24 listed shelters in Nassau according to the government?

3000

5000

2000

4000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What service did airlines provide to help people affected by the crisis?

Free rescue flights

Extra luggage allowance

Discounted tickets

Priority boarding

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is regular commercial service expected to resume in Freeport?

Next week

Next month

In two days

Tomorrow

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