Environmental Changes and Their Impacts

Miss Hall introduces the topic of environmental changes, focusing on how organisms either thrive or perish due to factors like droughts and floods. The lesson explains the causes and effects of these changes, emphasizing human and natural influences. Students are encouraged to think critically about the impact of these changes on living organisms and to discuss their thoughts with peers and teachers.

What are the two main types of environmental changes discussed in the video?

• Earthquakes and volcanoes

• Floods and droughts

• Wildfires and landslides

• Tornadoes and hurricanes

What is a common cause of environmental changes?

• Alien invasions

• Technological advancements

• Astrological events

• Human influences and natural causes

What happens to organisms that cannot adapt to environmental changes?

• They turn into different species

• They become invisible

• They perish

• They thrive

What is a drought?

• A sudden increase in temperature

• A time when the sun doesn't shine

• A period of dry weather with less water than usual

• A period of excessive rainfall

How do droughts affect living organisms?

• They make organisms invisible

• They can lead to a lack of water and food

• They cause organisms to thrive

• They provide more food

What can cause a flood?

• A lack of rain

• Hurricanes, melting snow, and broken dams

• A sudden drop in temperature

• An increase in sunlight

What is the impact of floods on the environment?

• They create more land

• They provide more sunlight

• They can submerge areas and disrupt normal life

• They make the air cleaner

What should people consider during a flood?

• How to swim better

• How to build a boat

• Whether they can continue their normal lives safely

• How to plant more trees

What is the main question students should reflect on regarding floods?

• How to avoid floods completely

• How to make floods last longer

• Whether animals can thrive or perish after a flood

• How to create more floods

What should students do after watching the video?

• Create their own video

• Forget about it

• Submit their answers to the teacher

• Write a book about floods