Impact of PCB Pollution on Mohawk Community

The video explores the rich fishing traditions of the Mohawk people and the cultural significance of water. It highlights the environmental and health impacts of industrialization, particularly the St. Lawrence Seaway project, on the Mohawk community. The video discusses the challenges posed by industrial pollution, especially PCB contamination, and its effects on health and the environment. It emphasizes the importance of community and environmental relationships and showcases the cultural resilience and gratitude of the Mohawk people.

What is the significance of fishing to the Mohawk community?

• It is a recent hobby.

• It is a traditional way of life.

• It is a new economic venture.

• It is a seasonal activity.

What major project in the 1950s affected the geography of Akwesasne?

• The development of a new airport.

• The construction of a new highway.

• The building of a large dam.

• The St. Lawrence Seaway project.

How did the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway impact the Mohawk community?

• It increased tourism in the area.

• It provided new fishing opportunities.

• It led to the flooding of islands and loss of land.

• It improved communication with other communities.

Which companies built factories near Akwesasne, leading to environmental pollution?

• General Motors and Reynolds Metal

• Ford and Chrysler

• Boeing and Lockheed Martin

• Apple and Microsoft

What was the primary pollutant released by the factories near Akwesasne?

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls)

• Sulfur dioxide

What health issues were linked to PCB exposure in the Mohawk community?

• Skin rashes

• Increased rates of diabetes

• Respiratory problems

• Birth defects and liver damage

How did PCB pollution affect the cultural practices of the Mohawk people?

• It stopped the practice of storytelling.

• It caused a disconnection from fishing traditions.

• It resulted in the loss of traditional clothing.

• It led to the abandonment of traditional dances.

What process allows PCBs to move from soil into the air?

• Sublimation

• Volatilization

• Condensation

• Evaporation

What is the Mohawk creation story's significance in the context of the video?

• It tells the story of the first Mohawk leader.

• It describes the first encounter with Europeans.

• It highlights the importance of water and land.

• It explains the origin of the Mohawk language.

What is the Mohawk community's approach to maintaining their cultural practices despite challenges?

• They integrate gratitude and respect for nature.

• They rely on government support.

• They abandon traditional practices.

• They focus solely on modern technology.