Floods following droughts wreak havoc in America.

Floods following droughts wreak havoc in America.

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video discusses a series of global disasters, starting with Madame Le Brun's arrival, followed by an overview of earthquakes in India, droughts in America, and the devastating Colorado floods. The floods caused significant destruction, sweeping away homes, roads, and people. In Wyoming, a bridge was destroyed by a 30-foot wall of water, resulting in fatalities. Nebraska faced severe losses with over 200 lives lost due to smashed railroads. The video concludes with a reflection on nature's revolt, highlighting the Quetta disaster and the Colorado deluge.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first person mentioned to come ashore in the transcript?

A local resident

Madame Le Brun

The President of France

A survivor of the floods

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which natural disaster is NOT mentioned in the introduction?

Colorado floods

Hurricane in Florida

Drought in America

Earthquake in India

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the bridge in Wyoming during the floods?

It was completely submerged

It was struck by a 30-foot wall of water

It remained intact

It was repaired quickly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were killed in the car caught by the flood?

Two

Three

Five

Ten

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many lives were lost in Nebraska due to the floods?

More than 200

Less than 50

Exactly 150

Over 100