Survival in the Zambezi River

Survival in the Zambezi River

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Life Skills

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

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Kristen Yaldor was trapped by a hippo in the Zambezi River. Despite the hippo's powerful grip, she managed to survive by staying calm and attempting to conserve her breath. After a struggle, she was released and rescued by guides. However, she sustained severe injuries to her leg, requiring immediate medical attention to prevent bleeding out. The incident highlights the dangers of wildlife encounters and the importance of quick thinking and assistance in survival situations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary diet of a hippopotamus?

Small mammals

Grass

Fish

Insects

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the hippo likely drag Kristen underwater?

To play with her

To protect its young

To eat her

To return to its comfort zone

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technique did Kristen use to conserve air while trapped?

Holding her breath

Re-swallowing her air

Breathing rapidly

Screaming for help

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Kristen take that might have spooked the hippo?

Kicking its body

Splashing water

Grabbing its snout

Screaming loudly

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Kristen manage to move towards the shore after being released?

Crawling on the riverbed

Swimming freestyle

Floating passively

Backstroking

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Ryan's immediate reaction upon seeing Kristen surface?

He jumped into the water

He fainted

He ran along the shoreline

He called for more help

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Kristen notice about her leg after being pulled ashore?

It was slightly bruised

It was severely torn

It was completely fine

It was missing

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