Springfield Rat Problem Overview

Springfield Rat Problem Overview

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

Rats were seen in Springfield's Court Square, captured on video by 22news. Residents claim it's unusual, though some have seen rats on State Street. The issue is linked to littering and possibly construction. The Springfield Health Department has been contacted for comments.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual event occurred in Springfield's Court Square?

A new store opened

A concert took place

Rats were spotted

A parade was held

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to a resident, where else have rats been seen in Springfield?

Broadway

Elm Street

State Street

Main Street

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason given for the rat problem in Springfield?

Weather conditions

Increased population

Littering

New restaurants

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ongoing activity in the city might be attracting rats?

Sports events

Festivals

Construction

Concerts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who has been contacted to discuss the rat issue in Springfield?

Local Businesses

The Springfield Health Department

The Police Department

The Mayor

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of the response from the Springfield Health Department?

They have resolved the issue

They have not yet responded

They are investigating

They have issued a statement

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