Majora Carter: 3 stories of local eco-entrepreneurship

Majora Carter: 3 stories of local eco-entrepreneurship

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Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses innovative solutions by Brenda Palms-Barber, Andy Lipkis, and Judy Bonds to address social and environmental issues. Brenda helps ex-convicts through beekeeping, Andy improves LA's water management with green infrastructure, and Judy advocates for wind energy over coal mining. These stories highlight the importance of local action, smart infrastructure, and shifting from charity to enterprise for sustainable community development.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of Brenda Palms-Barber's initiative in Chicago?

To reduce the cost of honey production

To promote urban beekeeping

To help ex-convicts reintegrate into society

To create a luxury skincare brand

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of Brenda Palms-Barber's program on recidivism rates?

Reduced recidivism rates

Doubled recidivism rates

No change in recidivism rates

Increased recidivism rates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Andy Lipkis propose to reduce energy costs in Los Angeles schools?

By using energy-efficient lighting

By replacing asphalt with greenery

By reducing school hours

By installing solar panels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental benefit does replacing asphalt with greenery provide?

Reduces stormwater absorption

Increases energy consumption

Increases urban heat

Cools the city naturally

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What alternative to mountaintop removal did Judy Bonds advocate for?

Solar energy

Wind energy

Hydroelectric power

Natural gas

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant drawback of mountaintop removal mentioned in the transcript?

It is a sustainable practice

It creates long-term jobs

It improves air quality

It leaves behind environmental damage

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concept of an eco-industrial park?

A park dedicated to wildlife conservation

A community garden initiative

A business model where waste of one company is used by another

A park with recreational facilities

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does urban agriculture contribute to local economies?

By competing with rural farmers

By relying on chemical fertilizers

By increasing transportation costs

By creating jobs and reducing food miles

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of 'Hometown Security' as discussed in the final section?

Building more shopping malls

Expanding overseas markets

Increasing national defense spending

Investing in local community enterprises

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for 'Hometown Security'?

Building more prisons

Investing in local enterprises

Expanding urban sprawl

Increasing foreign aid

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