South Korean oil slick spreads

South Korean oil slick spreads

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Geography, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the severe oil spill in South Korea, highlighting its devastating impact on the local fishing industry and tourism. Fishermen express concerns about the long-term recovery of their industry, while the government focuses on cleaning tourist beaches. The community feels neglected, and there are calls for faster government action and fair compensation. Despite efforts to clean the oil, the damage to centuries-old communities is expected to last for many years.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated time for the cleanup of the coastline according to the government?

A few weeks

Several months

A couple of years

A decade

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do fishermen believe their industry will take a decade to recover?

Because of the extensive damage to shellfish farms

Because of the high cost of cleanup

Due to competition from other regions

Due to lack of government support

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do fishermen want the government to do to protect the shellfish farms?

Install oil barriers at estuaries

Relocate the farms

Build new farms

Provide financial compensation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of hotel and restaurant owners in the area?

High operational costs

No shellfish supply

Lack of tourists

Competition from other tourist spots

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the government promised to do for the affected communities?

Build new tourist attractions

Offer financial compensation

Provide new fishing equipment

Relocate the communities