The Story Of The Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve

Who is responsible for the existence of the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve in Costa Rica?

• A) The Costa Rican government

• B) Santa Elena High School

• C) Youth Challenge organization

Before 1977, what was the primary focus of the high school in Monteverde, Costa Rica?

• A) Farming

• B) Environmental conservation

• C) Vocational training

What happened to the 310-hectare property given to the high school for farming?

• A) It remained untouched.

• B) Many trees were cut down.

• C) It was designated as a national park.

Who had a vision to transform the land into a reserve?

• A) The Costa Rican government

• B) Fernando Valverde, the school's principal

• C) The Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAET)

In what year did the transformation of the land into a reserve begin?

• A) 1977

• B) 1992

• C) 1997

Who was involved in building trails and creating the reserve?

• A) The Costa Rican government

• B) Parents and a Canadian organization called Youth Challenge

• C) The high school's administrative board

In 1997, what law affected the management of protected areas situated on government-owned property?

• A) A law that made it illegal to have reserves on government property

• B) A law that required private organizations to manage such areas

• C) A law mandating that MINAET managed such areas

How are the funds generated by the reserve allocated today?

• A) All funds are reinvested in the reserve.

• B) The funds are destined to a threefold purpose.

• C) The funds are used to support the MINAET's work.

What is the threefold purpose of the funds generated by the reserve?

• A) To build more trails, support local businesses, and provide scholarships.

• B) To support the high school, reinvest in the reserve, and fund environmental education programs.

• C) To cover administrative expenses, conduct research, and promote tourism.

Who got a land use permit for the reserve despite the change in the law in 1997?

• A) The Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAET)

• B) The Costa Rican government

• C) The high school's administrative board