Avac's Journey and Community Impact

Avac's Journey and Community Impact

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

The video discusses the Avac, a 371 ft long ship with two cargo holds, crucial for delivering supplies to remote northern communities during the short summer season. The Avac, currently preparing for its first voyage in 8 months from Valleyfield, Quebec, will travel 2200 miles to a settlement south of Angfa Bay. The ship carries heavy equipment and oversized materials that cannot be transported by air or rail, making it vital for these isolated areas. Captain Lizot, on his first mission as commander, shares his anticipation for the journey.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum cargo capacity of the Avac?

5,000 tons

6,060 tons

7,500 tons

8,000 tons

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which port does the Avac begin its journey?

Montreal

Quebec City

Valleyfield

Toronto

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How far is the Avac's journey to the remote settlement?

3,000 miles

2,200 miles

1,500 miles

2,500 miles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the population of Kuak?

2,500

2,000

1,500

3,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the Avac's mission critical for Kuak?

It offers medical services

It delivers essential supplies

It provides entertainment

It connects them to the internet

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of materials does the Avac transport that cannot go by aircraft?

Electronics

Clothing and textiles

Heavy equipment and oversized building materials

Perishable goods

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the Avac a vital link to northern communities?

It transports goods during the short shipping season

It provides internet services

It offers educational programs

It offers passenger transport

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the captain of the Avac for this mission?

David Johnson

John Smith

L Lizot

Michael Brown

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Captain L Lizot looking forward to on this voyage?

Exploring new routes

Meeting new people

The surprises the season may bring

The challenges of navigating through ice