Environmental Issues and Political Events in Louisiana

Environmental Issues and Political Events in Louisiana

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video covers several topics, starting with the historic ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, orchestrated by Matt Gates, due to disagreements over spending and Ukraine. It then shifts to a water crisis in Louisiana caused by saltwater intrusion into the Mississippi River, exacerbated by drought. The video also explores the use of medical robots to assist in dangerous situations, highlighting their potential and challenges. Finally, it showcases NASA's image of Saturn's moon Pan, likening its appearance to a ravioli.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the historic event involving Kevin McCarthy discussed in the video?

He resigned voluntarily from his position.

He was elected as the Speaker of the House.

He was voted out of his position as Speaker.

He was appointed as the President.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who played a key role in orchestrating the vote against Kevin McCarthy?

John Boehner

Steve Scalise

Jim Jordan

Matt Gates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate consequence of McCarthy's ousting?

The government shut down.

A new law was passed.

The House of Representatives was in chaos.

The President intervened.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental issue is Louisiana facing according to the video?

Tornadoes

Hurricane threats

Earthquakes

Saltwater intrusion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is causing the saltwater intrusion in Louisiana?

Heavy rainfall

Severe drought

Volcanic eruption

Earthquake activity

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the proposed solutions to the saltwater intrusion problem in Louisiana?

Evacuating the area

Desalination

Drilling for freshwater

Building a dam

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one advantage of using medical robots in risky situations?

They can perform surgeries.

They can diagnose diseases.

They can work for extended periods.

They are cheaper than human medics.

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