Presser on roof collapse, with bite on new cracks

Presser on roof collapse, with bite on new cracks

Assessment

Interactive Video

Architecture, Science, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The transcript discusses structural issues in concrete buildings, particularly focusing on fissures observed in an airport terminal. Due to safety concerns and personnel requests, precautionary measures were taken, including evacuating staff from certain areas. The collapse of a section of the building is detailed, with emphasis on the rapid nature of the event and the lack of clear initial indicators. Current understanding is limited, and actions are being taken to ensure safety and address concerns.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common issue found in large concrete buildings, including airport terminals?

Water leakage

Cracks

Electrical faults

Paint peeling

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were personnel removed from certain areas of the building?

To renovate the building

Because of staff demands and safety concerns

To conduct a routine inspection

Due to a fire hazard

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the length of the zone that collapsed?

100 meters

600 meters

20 meters

50 meters

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What information is lacking about the collapse?

The weather conditions at the time

The number of people present

The first part of the structure that fell

The exact time of the collapse

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the meetings held after the collapse?

To plan a new construction

To address questions and provide information

To conduct a fire drill

To celebrate the building's anniversary