RAIN CAUSES WIDESPREAD FLOODS

RAIN CAUSES WIDESPREAD FLOODS

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The video provides an overview of severe flooding in the West Country, particularly in Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Worcestershire. The rivers Parrot, Tone, and Brew have caused significant flooding in Somerset, isolating farmhouses. Further north, the Severn River has led to extensive flooding in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, affecting areas like Tewkesbury, Upton on Severn, and Worcester. The video concludes with a hope for improved weather conditions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which rivers in Somerset contributed to the significant flooding?

Thames, Avon, and Severn

Parrot, Tone, and Brew

Trent, Ouse, and Nene

Mersey, Dee, and Ribble

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the Brew River's overflow?

It led to the closure of major highways.

It isolated numerous farmhouses.

It resulted in power outages.

It caused landslides in the area.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which river caused flooding in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire?

River Thames

River Severn

River Avon

River Trent

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable locations in Worcester were affected by the floods?

The city center and shopping mall

The hospital and train station

The Cricket Ground and racecourse

The university and library

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is February's reputation according to the transcript?

A month of heavy snowfall

A month of frequent droughts

A month known for flooding

A month of mild weather