Wobbly road markings in Hampshire

Wobbly road markings in Hampshire

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Social Studies, Geography

6th - 8th Grade

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The video discusses a village transformed by a road with wiggly lines, intended as traffic calming measures. These lines, however, were a mistake due to a misreading of plans. The community, including residents and local authorities, reacts with humor and concern. The lines have inadvertently provided more space for pedestrians and parking, while the mistake is set to be corrected.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction to the wiggly lines in the village?

They were immediately removed by the authorities.

They were ignored by the residents.

They were celebrated as a new art installation.

They caused confusion and were not understood.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cause of the wiggly lines on the road?

A new traffic law implementation.

A deliberate design choice.

A misreading of the plans by workmen.

An act of vandalism.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did some locals benefit from the mistake with the lines?

They were given free public transport passes.

They had more space for parking and walking.

They were able to open new businesses.

They received compensation from the council.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous comparison is made regarding the wiggly lines?

They are likened to a maze.

They look like a modern art piece.

They are compared to a sobriety test.

They resemble a child's drawing.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the reaction of mothers with prams to the extra space?

They are frustrated by the inconvenience.

They are indifferent to the changes.

They are enjoying the extra space.

They are demanding the lines be removed.