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Where was the Three Basins summit hosted?

• Amazon

• Congo

• Southeast Asia

• Europe

What is the purpose of the Three Basins summit?

• To strengthen governance and preservation of rainforests

• To discuss funding mechanisms for developing countries

• To increase the amount of protected forests in Congo Republic

• To unite the three major rainforests

What percentage of Earth's biodiversity is found in the three major rainforests?

• One third

• Half

• Two thirds

• Three quarters

What is the main cause of deforestation in the rainforests?

• Rapid destruction

• Climate targets

• Carbon dioxide

• Preservation efforts

What was the global increase in deforestation in 2022?

• 1%

• 2%

• 3%

• 4%

What is the goal of the forest partnership between Congo Republic and the European Union?

• To increase forest-related jobs

• To halt deforestation by 2030

• To restore all forests in Congo Republic

• To create sustainable funding mechanisms

What did environmental organisations say about the agreement made at the Three Basins summit?

• It is a significant step towards halting deforestation

• It is insufficient and more action is needed

• It will have a positive impact on global climate targets

• It focuses too much on funding mechanisms

What is the urgent need for action in the rainforests?

• To protect biodiversity

• To increase carbon sinks

• To strengthen governance

• To develop funding mechanisms

What is the main topic of discussion at the U.N. COP28 climate talks?

• Rainforest conservation

• Tropical forest funding

• Shared priorities

• Climate change mitigation

What did the World Wildlife Fund say about the collaboration between the three regions?

• It is a positive step towards halting deforestation

• It is insufficient and more collaboration is needed

• It will have a significant impact on global climate targets

• It focuses too much on forest-related jobs