THE WORST OF THE WEATHER

THE WORST OF THE WEATHER

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video discusses the impact of severe weather events across different regions. It begins with a mention of famous army vehicles, then shifts to the effects of Britain's wet summer. The focus then moves to Hurricane Betsy, which caused significant damage in the southern United States, including a chlorine spill in the Mississippi. Finally, the video covers the severe storms in Europe, particularly in Italy and Switzerland, highlighting the destruction and flooding caused by heavy rains.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of Britain's wet summer?

It improved agricultural yield.

It spoiled holidays.

It caused a drought.

It led to a heatwave.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which natural disaster is associated with the southern states of America in the transcript?

Tornado

Flood

Earthquake

Hurricane Betsy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant threat posed by Hurricane Betsy on the Mississippi?

Gas poisoning

Landslide

Wildfire

Oil spill

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which European country experienced its worst storms in 90 years?

France

Germany

Switzerland

Spain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural event caused roads to the Italian frontier to become impassable?

Snowstorm

Earthquake

Mud avalanche

Volcanic eruption