BTN Week 8

What disease was causing concern in Australia in 1937?

• Covid-19

• Influenza

• Polio

• Measles

Who developed the first successful polio vaccine?

• Albert Sabin

• Louis Pasteur

• Dr. Jonas Salk

• Edward Jenner

What is Aotearoa the Māori name for?

• Australia

• New Zealand

• Canada

• Fiji

How much is the new tourism tax for visiting New Zealand?

• $100

• $50

• $0

• $200

Which state or territory is Selena Uibo the opposition leader of?

• South Australia

• Western Australia

• Northern Territory

• Queensland

Which social media platform has been temporarily banned in Brazil?

• Facebook

• Twitter

• Instagram

• X

What type of emergencies is the SES best known for?

• Storm and flood emergencies

• Earthquake emergencies

• Fire emergencies

• Medical emergencies

What was the original purpose of the SES during the Second World War?

• Air raid wardens

• Firefighters

• Medical responders

• Flood rescuers

What is the main concern about the Great Barrier Reef mentioned in the report?

• Overfishing

• Climate change

• Tourism

• Pollution

What are some of the issues affecting the Great Barrier Reef as mentioned by Cathy?

• Overpopulation and deforestation

• Coral bleaching and crown-of-thorns starfish

• Oil spills and plastic waste

• Noise pollution and light pollution