The Bobcat Fire Covers 165 Square Miles And Is Just 15% Contained

The Bobcat Fire Covers 165 Square Miles And Is Just 15% Contained

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Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Other

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses two major wildfires in the United States. The Bobcat Fire in Los Angeles County covers 165 square miles and is only 15% contained, posing a threat to homes. Firefighters are optimistic that calmer winds will aid in controlling the fire. Additionally, a rapidly expanding fire is burning in southeast Wyoming. The report is presented by James Packard for Newsy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the size of the bobcat fire in Los Angeles County?

100 square miles

165 square miles

200 square miles

250 square miles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the bobcat fire is contained?

25%

20%

15%

10%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural condition are firefighters hoping will help them control the bobcat fire?

Calmer winds

Rainfall

Increased humidity

Higher temperatures

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which part of Wyoming is the new fire burning?

Southeast

Northeast

Northwest

Southwest

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the reporter providing this information?

James Packard

Jane Smith

John Doe

Michael Johnson