TED: Dragonflies that fly across oceans | Charles Anderson

TED: Dragonflies that fly across oceans | Charles Anderson

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Geography, Science

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the speaker's experiences in the Maldives, focusing on marine biology and the migration of dragonflies and birds. It highlights the unique migration patterns of the globe skimmer dragonfly, which travels across the Indian Ocean using monsoon winds. The video also discusses the migration of certain bird species that follow similar routes, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these natural phenomena.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main attractions for marine biologists in the Maldives?

Dense forests

Mountain ranges

Coral reefs

Desert landscapes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin of the word 'monsoon'?

It means 'rain' in Hindi

It comes from the word 'season'

It is derived from the word 'wind'

It means 'storm' in Sanskrit

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key requirement for dragonflies to breed?

Saltwater

High altitudes

Freshwater

Sand dunes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which dragonfly species is known for its extensive migration?

Globe Skimmer

Common Darter

Emperor Dragonfly

Oriental Scarlet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What puzzled the speaker about the dragonflies in the Maldives?

Their nocturnal behavior

Their presence despite lack of freshwater

Their large size

Their bright colors

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do dragonflies manage to migrate from India to the Maldives?

By traveling underground

By hitching rides on birds

By flying at high altitudes with favorable winds

By swimming across the ocean

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate distance covered by the globe skimmer dragonfly in its migration?

8,000 kilometers

16,000 kilometers

24,000 kilometers

32,000 kilometers

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