4.10 Before the Flood Review Summary

What is the main focus of Leonardo DiCaprio's documentary 'Before the Flood'?

• Global climate crisis

• Economic development

• Technological advancements

• Political conflicts

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Which painting influenced Leonardo DiCaprio's interest in environmental issues and the fragility of our planet?

• Hieronymus Bosch painting

• Mona Lisa

• Starry Night

• The Last Supper

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What is one of the primary causes of rising global temperatures mentioned in the documentary?

• Burning fossil fuels

• Deforestation

• Overpopulation

• Nuclear energy

Which location does DiCaprio visit to highlight the rapid melting of glaciers?

• Greenland

• Antarctica

• Iceland

• Alaska

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What challenge do residents of the Maldives face due to climate change?

• Rising sea levels

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

• Desertification

What is deforestation doing to the Amazon Rainforest?

• Deforestation is reducing carbon emissions in the Amazon Rainforest.
• Deforestation is increasing rainfall in the Amazon Rainforest.
• Deforestation is enhancing biodiversity in the Amazon Rainforest.
• Deforestation is causing biodiversity loss, ecosystem disruption, and exacerbating climate in the Amazon Rainforest.

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What is the scientific consensus on climate change according to the documentary?

• Climate change has no significant impact on weather patterns.
• Climate change is solely caused by volcanic activity.
• Leading scientists provide compelling evidence of the human-caused nature of the crisis

• Climate change is a natural phenomenon with no human influence.

What does the documentary emphasize as important for reducing greenhouse gas emissions?

• Transitioning to renewable energy

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Building more factories

• Expanding urban areas

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Why should we protect the planet?

• We should protect the planet to ensure a sustainable and healthy environment for current and future generations.
• To ignore climate change and its effects.
• To create more pollution and waste.
• To exploit natural resources for profit.

What ethical question does DiCaprio raise in the documentary?

• Responsibility of future generations to address climate change

• The impact of technology on society

• The role of education in economic growth

• The influence of media on public opinion