Impact of Chinese Economy and Environment

Impact of Chinese Economy and Environment

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Emma Peterson

Business, Science, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video discusses the economic and environmental impacts of China's growth. It highlights the need for the Chinese currency to rise due to trade surpluses and the bizarre accumulation of low-interest dollars. The real concern is China's competition for limited oil resources, which affects global economies. Additionally, China's environmental impact, including carbon dioxide and mercury emissions, raises the urgency for international agreements to address these issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it in China's interest to allow their currency to rise?

To increase their trade surpluses

To reduce the accumulation of low-interest dollars

To decrease their competitiveness

To lower their economic growth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern regarding China's impact on global resources?

Their agricultural exports

Their production of cheap goods

Their technological advancements

Their competition for limited oil supply

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of China's economic activities on oil prices?

They decrease oil prices

They stabilize oil prices

They have no effect on oil prices

They increase oil prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental issue is associated with China's coal burning?

Soil erosion

Deforestation

Water pollution

Increased carbon dioxide emissions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major environmental concern from Chinese coal burning power plants?

Nitrogen oxide emissions

Mercury emissions

Lead pollution

Sulfur dioxide emissions

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there an urgency for international agreements regarding environmental issues?

To increase economic competition

To reduce global poverty

To address the environmental impact of China's growth

To promote global trade

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of not addressing China's environmental impact?

Severe environmental degradation

Economic growth

Increased global trade

Improved air quality