Exploring the Vital Role of Coral Reefs in Marine Ecosystems

Exploring the Vital Role of Coral Reefs in Marine Ecosystems

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

6th - 10th Grade

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Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video discusses the critical role of coral reefs, likening them to rainforests of the ocean. It highlights the potential collapse of these ecosystems by 2100, while emphasizing the resilience of certain 'super reefs.' The narrator shares a personal connection to the ocean, having grown up near coral reefs, and stresses the importance of conservation. Raja Ampat in Indonesia is showcased as a biodiversity hotspot. The video also covers community-driven conservation efforts, including customary laws, and introduces the SEA BEYOND initiative by Prada and UNESCO to promote ocean literacy.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are coral reefs often compared to due to their biodiversity?

Cities

Mountains

Rainforests

Deserts

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By what year could coral reefs potentially collapse according to UNESCO?

2300

2200

2100

2050

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the epicenter of marine biodiversity located?

The Caribbean

The Great Barrier Reef

The Red Sea

Raja Ampat, Indonesia

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired the narrator to dedicate her life to ocean conservation?

Watching documentaries

Her childhood experiences

A university course

A book she read

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the narrator's first playground?

A city park

A forest

The ocean

A desert

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the community in Raja Ampat use to conserve their marine ecosystem?

Customary laws called Sasi

International funds

Modern technology

Strict government policies

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change happened in Raja Ampat to protect marine life?

Ban on all fishing

Introduction of marine parks

Community-driven conservation efforts

Governmental intervention

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