Interpol anti-Elephant Poaching Campaign in Kenya

Interpol anti-Elephant Poaching Campaign in Kenya

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Biology, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video highlights the plight of orphaned elephants in Kenya due to poaching, driven by the demand for ivory, particularly from China. Despite efforts by charities and authorities, the poaching crisis continues to threaten elephant populations across Africa. The video discusses the challenges in law enforcement and the dire predictions for elephants if global cooperation is not achieved. It also illustrates the economic value of ivory and the need for increased security and international collaboration to protect these animals.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the increase in poaching of elephants in Kenya?

The government is encouraging poaching.

Elephants are attacking local villages.

There is a high demand for ivory in China.

The elephants' natural habitat is shrinking.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries are mentioned as having less than 100 elephants?

Senegal and Sierra Leone

South Africa and Botswana

Cameroon and Nigeria

Kenya and Tanzania

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated street value of a single ivory tusk?

40,000 British pounds

10,000 British pounds

20,000 British pounds

30,000 British pounds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the items ivory is turned into?

Clothing and shoes

Musical instruments and tools

Chopsticks and jewelry

Furniture and sculptures

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge faced by game reserves in protecting elephants?

Poor weather conditions

Insufficient security patrols

Lack of food for elephants

Too many tourists