VOICED : Los bomberos luchan sin descanso contra los incendios en Indonesia

VOICED : Los bomberos luchan sin descanso contra los incendios en Indonesia

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Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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Indonesia is battling severe wildfires in Sumatra and Borneo, mobilizing thousands of firefighters and soldiers. The fires have created toxic smoke, causing respiratory issues for many residents. Medical facilities are treating numerous patients daily. The fires are exacerbated by an unusually long dry season and are the worst since 2015. Often, these fires are started illegally to clear land for agriculture, particularly palm oil plantations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures has Indonesia taken to combat the wildfires?

Banned all outdoor activities

Deployed firefighters and soldiers with helicopters

Increased taxes on palm oil

Implemented a nationwide curfew

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main health issue faced by residents due to the wildfires?

Hearing loss

Respiratory problems

Skin rashes

Vision impairment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What kind of medical support is provided to those affected by the smoke?

Vaccinations

Surgery

Physical therapy

Oxygen and nebulizers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why have the wildfires in Indonesia intensified this year?

New volcanic activity

Government negligence

A particularly long and intense dry season

Increased rainfall

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What illegal activity often leads to the start of these wildfires?

Illegal fishing

Unlicensed construction

Unauthorized mining

Illegal land clearing for agriculture