#RA-3229Read AloudCore & AcademicHard
Mega Droughts
Official Question Material
Prep: 30-40 Seconds
Mega droughts are comparable in severity to the worst droughts of the 20th century but are of much longer duration. A mega drought in the American Southwest would impose unprecedented stress on the limited water resources of the area, making it critical to evaluate future risks.
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Scored Enabling Skills
- Reading (Content)
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Timing Standard
Response Window: 35-40 Seconds
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