245,000 Kids Attend School Near Oil And Gas Production Across U.S.

245,000 Kids Attend School Near Oil And Gas Production Across U.S.

Assessment

Interactive Video

Other

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses Cardiff Tower, a structure resembling a synagogue, which conceals active oil and gas wells posing health risks to nearby students. Research indicates increased cancer risks for those living near such wells. Over 600 schools in the U.S. are within 500 feet of active wells, affecting more than 245,000 students. The video explains the methodology for identifying these schools and highlights states with high percentages of students near wells. A case study of Maryvale Middle School in New York is presented, where wells are located on school grounds. The video concludes with a reference to a documentary for further exploration.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What health risks are associated with oil and gas wells located near schools?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the cancer risk for people living within 500 feet of an oil or gas facility compared to the EPA accepted threshold?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How many schools in the nation are located within 500 feet of an active well?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Which states have the highest percentage of students attending schools within 500 feet of an active well?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the estimated number of people living within the 500 foot risk zone near active wells?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF