Chris Whitty and Patrick Vallance speaking at press conference

Chris Whitty and Patrick Vallance speaking at press conference

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the high rates of COVID-19 transmission in the UK, highlighting that these are concentrated in specific areas but are increasing across the country. It explains the progression from small outbreaks to larger ones, particularly in cities, and emphasizes that this is a nationwide issue. The video also presents a graph showing the rise in inpatient cases in England since August, with a doubling time of 7-8 days, warning of potential exponential growth in COVID-related deaths if the trend continues.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What has been observed regarding the rates of transmission in the UK?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What factors contributed to the increase in localized outbreaks in cities?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What implications does the rise in COVID-19 cases have for public health?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How have the rates of COVID-19 cases changed since the 1st of September?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the term 'exponential curve' refer to in the context of COVID-19 deaths?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF