CLEAN : Beach access and swimming banned in parts of Corsica after oil spill off the coast

CLEAN : Beach access and swimming banned in parts of Corsica after oil spill off the coast

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Science, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video details the emergency response to oil residues found on Solaro beach, involving firefighters and police. It covers the monitoring of beaches within a 30 km radius and the restrictions on beach access and swimming. The video also describes the reconnaissance and cleanup efforts, including the collection and disposal of oil residues, with community support.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What actions were taken by authorities on Solaro beach in response to the hydrocarbon residues?

They set up a market.

They restricted access and swimming.

They organized a beach party.

They built a sandcastle competition.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was observed about the oil slicks since Saturday?

They turned into a rainbow.

They split into smaller slicks and moved south.

They disappeared completely.

They became a tourist attraction.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural phenomenon can cause oil to reappear on beaches?

Strong winds.

Resurgence due to currents and temperature changes.

Sunshine and clear skies.

Heavy rainfall.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the reconnaissance operations?

To build sandcastles.

To plant trees.

To confirm the presence of hydrocarbon pellets.

To organize a beach festival.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How were the collected hydrocarbon pellets described?

As shiny diamonds.

As small black stones.

As large boulders.

As colorful pebbles.