""FLOODS""

""FLOODS""

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The video discusses a severe crisis in America, focusing on the Ohio River Valley where floods caused significant damage, loss of life, and evacuations. Ohio is one of four states declared as disaster areas. In addition to floods, fires exacerbated the situation. In Pennsylvania, the Susquehanna River caused a mine tragedy in Pittston, trapping miners. Rescue efforts involved using trucks and equipment to plug a hole, hoping to save more lives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural event led to the severe conditions in the Ohio River Valley?

Earthquake

Floods

Hurricane

Tornado

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state was mentioned as having an official disaster proclamation?

Ohio

Florida

Texas

California

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional challenge did the floods cause in the affected areas?

Earthquakes

Landslides

Fires

Drought

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which river caused a tragedy at a mine in Pennsylvania?

Colorado River

Mississippi River

Susquehanna River

Hudson River

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many miners were missing during the rescue efforts in Pennsylvania?

Twenty

Twelve

Five

Thirty