Climate Change Demonstrations

How many world leaders were expected to gather in Paris for the U.N. global summit?

• 50

• 100

• 150

• 200

What action did French police take to enforce the protest ban?

• Arrested all protesters

• Used tear gas

• Closed all roads

• Issued fines

What was one of the slogans used by protesters in the District?

• Save the Whales

• Preserve our home

• Stop the War

• End Poverty

What does Sam Barratt say the global demonstrations show?

• Lack of interest in climate change

• Widespread public support for action

• Decrease in environmental awareness

• Increase in pollution levels

What was the reaction of people in London to the British government's recent actions?

• Satisfaction with new policies

• Disappointment with cuts to renewable energy support

• Approval of increased fossil fuel use

• Indifference to climate issues

What did the protesters call for regarding greenhouse-gas emissions?

• Increase emissions

• Do nothing

• Curb emissions

• Ignore the issue

Who is Bob Ward?

• A famous climate scientist

• A policy director for the Grantham Research Institute

• A local government official

• A protest organizer in Yemen

What did the march in Yemen begin with?

• A speech by a local leader

• Singing of Yemen’s national anthem

• A moment of silence

• A traditional dance

What did some people do despite the risks?

• Stayed at home

• Ventured out on unsafe streets

• Ignored the issue

• Supported the government

Which movement uses the slogan "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" to promote its cause?

• Civil Rights Movement

• Environmental Activism

• Political Protests

• Legislative Advocacy