CLEARING WAR LEGACIES

The video discusses the legacy of war in the form of sunken wrecks in a river, primarily due to German mining operations. It explains the process of removing these wrecks using explosives and divers, highlighting the challenges faced, such as working in darkness. The local community has adapted to the noise from the operations, and seagulls benefit from the resulting dead fish.

What was the primary cause of the sunken wrecks in the river?

• Natural disasters

• German mining operations

• Local construction projects

• Pirate attacks

What is the main method used to clear the underwater obstructions?

• Dredging

• Netting

• Explosives

• Diving

What role do divers play in the wreck disposal process?

• They operate the explosives remotely.

• They guide the small craft to the wrecks.

• They supervise the loading of explosives.

• They make descents to dispose of the wrecks.

How has the local community adapted to the wreck disposal operations?

• They have relocated to quieter areas.

• They have protested against the operations.

• They have joined the disposal teams.

• They have become accustomed to the noise.

What benefit do local seagulls gain from the wreck disposal operations?

• They find new nesting sites.

• They receive food from the workers.

• They catch dead fish from the explosions.

• They avoid predators attracted by the noise.