VOICED : Record de calor en Rio de Janeiro

VOICED : Record de calor en Rio de Janeiro

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Geography, Science

6th - 8th Grade

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Rio de Janeiro experienced record-breaking heat for the second consecutive day, marking the third hottest day in a century with temperatures reaching 42.8 degrees Celsius. Tourists from Germany, accustomed to cooler climates, faced a thermal shock upon arrival. The extreme heat limited outdoor activities, with many opting to stay indoors or visit pools. Despite the intense heat, Rio's beaches were crowded, even though it is still spring.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the temperature recorded in Rio de Janeiro, making it the third hottest day in 100 years?

41.2 degrees Celsius

39.0 degrees Celsius

42.8 degrees Celsius

40.5 degrees Celsius

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which country did the tourists mentioned in the transcript come?

Germany

Spain

France

Italy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the temperature difference experienced by the tourists from their home country to Rio?

About 35 degrees

About 25 degrees

About 30 degrees

About 20 degrees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activities did people avoid due to the extreme heat in Rio?

Shopping

Mountain climbing

Swimming

Dining out

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did people prefer to go to escape the heat in Rio?

Beaches and pools

Museums

Shopping malls

Cafes