Massive Blizzard Hits Washington DC

Massive Blizzard Hits Washington DC

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, History, Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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A severe snowstorm hit Washington, paralyzing the city with 12 inches of snow on top of 4 inches from the previous week. Transportation was halted, and emergency services used helicopters to reach those in need. Despite the chaos, the monuments were beautifully transformed. The storm resulted in numerous accidents and at least 70 deaths, causing the government to halt operations. The storm's effects extended to Florida, which also experienced freezing temperatures.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much snow fell in Washington during the storm of the century?

8 inches

12 inches

16 inches

20 inches

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What mode of transportation was used to transport doctors and patients during the storm?

Helicopters

Trains

Buses

Boats

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the appearance of the monuments during the storm?

They were damaged

They were hidden by fog

They appeared beautiful under the snow

They were covered in graffiti

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to government operations during the storm?

They moved to a different location

They continued as usual

They were completely shut down

They operated with reduced staff

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the weather like in Florida during the storm?

Sunny and warm

Rainy

Windy

Freezing