Earth Day History and Impact

The video discusses the origins and significance of Earth Day, highlighting its inception in 1970 as a response to environmental issues like pollution and oil spills. Senator Nelson played a key role in organizing the first Earth Day, which saw massive participation and led to significant environmental legislation, including the creation of the EPA. The video emphasizes the importance of continued environmental awareness and challenges viewers to engage with nature.

Which holiday is considered the largest secular holiday in the world?

• Valentine's Day

• St. Patrick's Day

• Earth Day

• Halloween

What environmental issue was highlighted by the book 'Silent Spring'?

• DDT usage

• Water pollution

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

Who was the key figure in organizing the first Earth Day?

• Senator Nelson

• Al Gore

• President Nixon

• Rachel Carson

What was the main strategy used by Senator Nelson to promote Earth Day?

• Television advertisements

• Political lobbying

• Grassroots organizing

• Celebrity endorsements

How many Americans participated in the first Earth Day celebration?

• 10 million

• 25 million

• 15 million

• 20 million

Which agency was created as a result of the first Earth Day?

• Wildlife Conservation Society

• Environmental Protection Agency

• National Park Service

• Department of Energy

Which act was NOT influenced by the first Earth Day?

• Clean Water Act

• Clean Air Act

• Endangered Species Act

• Patriot Act

What is the main purpose of Earth Day today?

• To learn about environmental issues

• To plant trees

• To celebrate nature

• To clean up beaches

What challenge is suggested for Earth Day?

• Join a protest

• Plant a tree

• Recycle waste

• Observe nature for 15 minutes

What is the ultimate goal of Earth Day according to the video?

• To make every day Earth Day

• To reduce carbon emissions

• To save endangered species

• To promote renewable energy