Understanding Global Warming and Its Impacts

Why is a small change in global temperature considered significant?

• Because it is similar to daily temperature fluctuations.

• Because it affects only specific regions.

• Because it only affects the human body.

• Because it represents a change in the long-term average temperature of the entire planet.

What is the primary cause of the Earth's 'fever' according to the video?

• Changes in solar activity.

• Natural cycles like the Earth's orbit.

• Volcanic eruptions.

• Human lifestyle choices, such as burning fossil fuels.

How is the energy accumulation on Earth due to global warming measured?

• In degrees Celsius.

• In joules.

• In watts.

• In Fahrenheit.

What could be the economic impact if the world warms by two degrees?

• No significant impact on GDP.

• A potential drop in GDP by 5 to 10% in many poor countries.

• A stable GDP with no changes.

• An increase in GDP due to warmer climates.

How many additional deaths could occur due to air pollution if the world warms by two degrees?

• 150 million

• 100 million

• 50 million

• 200 million

What is one of the key differences between a 1.5 and 2 degree world?

• No difference in biodiversity loss.

• A significant increase in biodiversity loss.

• A decrease in sea level rise.

• No change in extreme weather events.

What could be a benefit of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees instead of 2 degrees?

• No impact on food security.

• Increased economic growth.

• 50% fewer people exposed to water stress.

• No change in water stress levels.

Why is it difficult for individuals to understand the significance of global warming?

• Because it only affects certain regions.

• Because it is unprecedented in human history.

• Because it is a slow process.

• Because it is similar to daily weather changes.

What is the main message of the video regarding global warming?

• It is not a serious issue.

• It is a natural process that cannot be stopped.

• It is a serious issue that requires immediate action.

• It only affects future generations.

What is the role of the narrator in the context of climate change?

• To combine real-world data with climate models to assess impacts.

• To provide weather forecasts.

• To promote fossil fuel usage.

• To deny the existence of climate change.