California suffering worst drought in four years

California suffering worst drought in four years

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Social Studies, Life Skills, Biology

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California is experiencing its worst drought in four decades, with severe water shortages affecting farmers and reservoirs. Historical sites have reemerged due to low water levels, and the snowpack in the Sierra Nevada is insufficient to replenish reservoirs. The wine industry has managed to survive by early irrigation, but the drought is expected to continue, necessitating water conservation efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the primary challenge for farmers like Paul Vanleer during the drought?

Finding new crops to plant

Dealing with pest infestations

Hoping for rain to sustain their fields

Managing excess water supply

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual sight has become a tourist attraction due to the drought?

The reappearance of a gold rush village

A new lake formed by the drought

A forest that has grown in the dry lake bed

A new desert landscape

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the usual water levels is Folsom Lake currently at?

90%

75%

50%

20%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have California's vineyards managed to survive the drought so far?

By importing water from other states

By using early irrigation techniques

By switching to drought-resistant grape varieties

By reducing the number of vines

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the forecast for future rainfall in California according to the video?

A wet season is predicted

Heavy rainfall expected soon

No significant rain on the horizon

Intermittent showers expected