CNN 10: Extreme Weather in Texas
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What kind of weather events have rattled the state of Texas over the past month?

  • Earthquakes and wildfires
  • Tornadoes and flooding (correct)
  • Hurricanes and droughts
  • Heat waves and blizzards
  • What is the significance of the rainfall received in the communities north of Houston?

  • It was the hottest day of the year
  • It was the coolest day of the week
  • It received two months` worth of rain in one day (correct)
  • It was the driest day of the month
  • What is the result of the super saturated ground and excess water?

  • Loud thunderstorms
  • Droughts in the region
  • Hurricanes in the area
  • Flash floods throughout the region (correct)
  • What is the status of disaster declarations in Texas?

    <p>They are in effect for more than a third of Texas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people have been rescued in Harris County?

    <p>More than 200 people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the response to the severe weather events?

    <p>It shows how severe weather can overwhelm communities on short notice, but also how proper planning and a quick response can save lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the airboat in the background?

    <p>To rescue individuals who refuse to evacuate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many individuals are estimated to be impacted by the floods in Harris County, Texas?

    <p>Several hundred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current status of the damage assessments in Harris County, Texas?

    <p>They will start on Monday if the water recedes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated number of people impacted by the floods in Brazil?

    <p>Over 67,000 people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of China's Chang'e 6 probe?

    <p>To collect samples from the far side of the moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it take for the moon to make a complete orbit around the Earth?

    <p>27 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do we always see the same side of the moon?

    <p>Because the moon is tidally locked to the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of China's lunar research station?

    <p>To send astronauts to the moon by 2030</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who expressed concern that China may be using its civilian program for military purposes?

    <p>The head of NASA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of the Chang'e 6 probe's mission?

    <p>53 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do countries invest in human spaceflight according to Leroy Chiao?

    <p>For national prestige and to show technological prowess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is being sold at the hotel gift shop mentioned in the passage?

    <p>Backpacks, rockets, and space-themed items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the spacecraft that is scheduled to launch with astronauts on board?

    <p>Starliner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long will the astronauts spend at the International Space Station?

    <p>About a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the original destination of the trailer carrying the zebras?

    <p>Anaconda, Montana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many zebras escaped from the trailer?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long was Shug on the run?

    <p>Nearly six days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the concern mentioned about cougars in the area where Shug was found?

    <p>They might attack Shug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the class mentioned that got a shout-out?

    <p>Coach Reeder`s World Geography class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the program that concludes with the phrase 'Remember, todays news is tomorrows history'?

    <p>CNN 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

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