Understanding Global Warming Concepts

The video explores the terms 'global warming' and 'climate change', highlighting a Yale study that examines public perceptions and emotional responses to these terms. Global warming is often associated with immediate, catastrophic imagery, while climate change is seen as a broader, less emotionally charged concept. The video discusses how political and media narratives have shaped these perceptions, with Republicans historically favoring 'climate change' for its less emotional impact. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to engage in the discussion and subscribe for more content.

What does the narrator associate with the term 'global warming'?

• The 1980s and economic growth

• The 2000s and technological advancements

• The '90s and environmentalism

• The 1970s and political movements

According to Yale's study, which term makes people more afraid?

• Climate change

• Greenhouse effect

• Global warming

• Environmental shift

What is the primary cause of global warming?

• Deforestation

• Greenhouse gas emissions

• Solar radiation

• Natural climate cycles

What is a common visualization when people hear 'global warming'?

• Melting ice caps and extreme weather

• Political movements

• Technological advancements

• Economic growth

What does the term 'climate change' encompass?

• Only temperature changes

• Long-term changes to the planet's climate

• Short-term weather patterns

• Only wind patterns

Which term do scientists prefer due to its accuracy and nuance?

• Environmental shift

• Climate change

• Global warming

• Greenhouse effect

What percentage of Americans believe the climate is changing?

• 50%

• 63%

• 75%

• 80%

Why do Republicans prefer the term 'global warming'?

• It is less emotionally investing

• It has a stronger emotional impact

• It is a newer term

• It is more scientifically accurate

What story element does the term 'global warming' provide that 'climate change' does not?

• A protagonist

• A setting

• A conflict

• A clear resolution

Which term did Republicans under George W. Bush start using to avoid emotional investment?

• Greenhouse effect

• Global warming

• Climate change

• Environmental shift