Laudato Si' Ch. 1 Sec. 43-61

What are human beings described as in the text?

• Superior to other creatures

• Creatures of this world with a unique dignity

• Dominant over nature

• Detached from the environment

What problem does the privatization of certain spaces create according to the text?

• Increased access to public spaces

• Restricted access to places of beauty

• Improved urban development

• Decreased environmental pollution

What is one of the social dimensions of global change discussed in the text?

• Improved social cohesion

• Decreased technological innovation

• Increased social exclusion

• Equitable distribution of resources

According to the text, what is a risk associated with the omnipresence of media and the digital world?

• Enhanced real-life relationships

• Increased wisdom and deep thinking

• Reduced capacity to love generously

• Greater direct contact with nature

How does the text describe the relationship between population growth and development?

• Population growth is incompatible with sustainable development.

• Demographic growth hinders economic assistance.

• Population growth can be compatible with shared development.

• Decreasing birth rates is the solution to poverty.

What is the concept of "ecological debt" related to according to the text?

• Commercial imbalances and resource consumption

• Financial debts of poor countries

• Development assistance programs

• Technological innovations

What is noted as a cause of environmental and social issues, including wars, according to the text?

• Speculative financial gain

• Overabundance of natural resources

• Decreased consumerism

• Balanced global development

What does the text suggest is necessary to address environmental crises effectively?

• Ignoring economic interests

• A superficial ecological approach

• Strong international political responses and leadership

• Continuing current lifestyles and consumption patterns

What are some negative aspects of urbanization mentioned in the text?

• Efficient transportation systems

• Excessive green spaces

• Unruly growth and urban chaos

• Clean and healthy living conditions

According to the text, what has been a significant environmental issue caused by industrial activities?

• Soil erosion due to deforestation

• Mercury pollution in gold mining

• Increased urbanization in rural areas

• Overfishing in international waters