Antarctic Wildlife and Survival

Antarctic Wildlife and Survival

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video explores the challenges faced by a bull elephant seal at St Andrew's Beach, one of the most crowded beaches on Earth. The seal fights to maintain its territory and mating rights over 60 females, enduring harsh Antarctic conditions and losing weight daily. Despite these challenges, the Southern Ocean's rich resources attract diverse marine life to the region.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does the bull elephant seal face while holding mating rights?

Finding food

Losing weight

Building a shelter

Avoiding predators

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How thick is the blubber of the bull elephant seal?

15 cm

25 cm

10 cm

20 cm

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the bull elephant seal's blubber?

Camouflage

Protection from predators

Insulation against the cold

Aiding in swimming

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do various creatures come to the Antarctic despite its harsh conditions?

To find mates

To enjoy the warm climate

Because the Southern Ocean is rich in resources

To escape predators

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the Southern Ocean attractive to wildlife?

Its abundance of food

Its warm temperatures

Its calm waters

Its isolation from humans