Cargo Ship Overturns Near Scottish Coast

Cargo Ship Overturns Near Scottish Coast

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The video discusses two severe shipping incidents in the UK. A cargo ship capsized off the North Coast of Scotland, with 8 crew members missing. Another ship was intentionally grounded near the Isle of Wight, with all 25 crew members safely airlifted. In South Australia, a bushfire fueled by strong winds has caused significant destruction, burning homes and farmland with no immediate relief in sight.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the fate of the cargo ship off the North Coast of Scotland?

It was towed to safety.

It was intentionally run aground.

It capsized and sank.

It was safely docked.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the search for the missing crew members suspended?

The ship was found.

The weather improved.

Darkness and bad weather.

The crew was rescued.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the captain take when the ship near the Isle of Wight began to list?

He waited for assistance.

He intentionally ran the ship aground.

He called for immediate evacuation.

He continued the journey.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the crew of the ship near the Isle of Wight rescued?

By a passing ferry.

By airlifting.

By a nearby cargo ship.

By swimming to shore.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge faced by South Australia due to the bushfire?

Lack of firefighting equipment.

Strong winds fanning the flames.

Inadequate evacuation plans.

Shortage of water supply.