Earth Day Activity

Who founded Earth Day and what event led to its creation?

• U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson after a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California

• U.S. President John F. Kennedy after a hurricane in Florida

• U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson after a forest fire in Colorado

• U.S. President Richard Nixon after a tornado in Texas

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What historical event is discussed in the passage as the basis for the founding of Earth Day?

• 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill

• Industrial Revolution

• Moon landing

• French Revolution

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What are the main topics discussed in the text about the oil spill?

• Effects of deforestation

• Benefits of recycling

• Causes and effects of the oil spill

• Importance of renewable energy

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What was the cause of the oil spill that led to the deaths of thousands of sea birds and marine animals?

• A. Hurricane

• B. Well blowout during drilling

• C. Ship collision

• D. Oil tanker explosion

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What was the impact of the 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill that led to environmental legislation?

• Positive effects on marine animals and the environment

• No impact on marine animals and the environment

• Devastating effects on marine animals and the environment

• Temporary effects on marine animals and the environment

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