Earth Day and Environmental Awareness

The video discusses the history and significance of Earth Day, which began in 1970 to raise environmental awareness. It highlights the environmental issues of the 1960s, such as pollution and ecological damage, leading to the first Earth Day. The event united millions and led to significant environmental policies. Despite progress, challenges like plastic waste persist, prompting the 3Rs: reduce, reuse, recycle. Earth Day has since become a global movement, influencing international agreements like the Paris Agreement to combat climate change.

What is the primary goal of Earth Day?

• To commemorate historical events

• To encourage economic growth

• To promote environmental action throughout the year

• To celebrate technological advancements

What was a major environmental issue in the 1960s?

• Pollution from toxic waste dumping

• Overpopulation

• Global warming

• Deforestation

Who was the key figure behind the first Earth Day?

• Al Gore

• Rachel Carson

• Senator Gaylord Nelson

• President Richard Nixon

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

• The National Park Service

• The World Wildlife Fund

• The Environmental Protection Agency

• The Department of Energy

What is the order of actions in the 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' slogan?

• Recycle, Reduce, Reuse

• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

• Reuse, Recycle, Reduce

• Recycle, Reuse, Reduce

Why is plastic considered a major environmental threat?

• It is not widely used

• It is expensive to produce

• It releases toxins and doesn't decompose

• It is difficult to transport

What is the most environmentally friendly choice according to the 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' slogan?

• Reduce

• Reuse

• Recycle

• All are equally important

What was a key outcome of Earth Day in 1990?

• The establishment of Earth Hour

• The creation of the Clean Water Act

• The signing of the Paris Agreement

• The global participation of 200 million people

What is the Paris Agreement focused on?

• Enhancing technological innovation

• Promoting international trade

• Limiting pollution contributing to climate change

• Reducing global poverty

What is a major reason governments and corporations need public pressure to act on environmental issues?

• They need a push from the public

• They prioritize economic growth

• They are unaware of the issues

• They lack resources