CLEAN: Haiti quake just beneath surface on notorious fault: expert

CLEAN: Haiti quake just beneath surface on notorious fault: expert

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Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Architecture

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses a fault line running through a city, causing potential ground ruptures and building destruction. It highlights the occurrence of aftershocks, some with significant magnitudes, which could further damage weakened structures. Rescue teams are tasked with assessing buildings and preventing residents from returning to unsafe areas. The transcript ends with unrelated comments and closing remarks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern about the fault line running through the city?

It will improve the city's infrastructure.

It will create new landforms.

It is expected to rupture and damage buildings.

It will cause traffic congestion.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many aftershocks with magnitudes over five have been recorded so far?

Less than 5

More than 13

More than 20

Exactly 10

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the magnitude of the largest aftershock mentioned?

5.5

5.9

6.0

5.7

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of rescue teams following the earthquake?

To conduct scientific research on the fault line.

To provide financial aid to affected families.

To assess building safety and prevent re-entry into unsafe structures.

To rebuild the city immediately.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to prevent people from returning to their buildings after an earthquake?

To ensure insurance claims are processed.

To prevent further casualties from aftershocks.

To avoid theft of personal belongings.

To allow for media coverage.