Ivory Trade and Its Impact

The video explores the alarming rate of elephant poaching for ivory, with a focus on China's significant role in the demand for ivory. The investigation, led by Brian Christie, highlights China's historical and cultural ties to ivory, its booming economy, and the government's plans to expand the ivory market. The video also previews future episodes that will delve into the illegal ivory trade in East Africa.

What percentage of the world's elephants were killed for their tusks last year?

• 5%

• 12%

• 25%

• 20%

Why is China considered a major player in the illegal ivory trade?

• It has banned all ivory trade.

• It is the only country that carves ivory.

• It has a long history of ivory consumption and a booming economy.

• It has the largest elephant population.

How long has ivory been prized in China as a status symbol?

• 1,000 years

• 2,000 years

• 500 years

• 3,000 years

What is the significance of master carvers in China?

• Their work is seen as an art form unique to China.

• They have stopped carving ivory.

• They are the only ones allowed to carve ivory.

• They are responsible for poaching elephants.

What is the estimated value of a piece carved by Master Leong?

• $100,000

• $500,000

• $10 million

• Over a million dollars

How many government-registered carving factories supply ivory to retail stores in China?

• 50

• 10

• 20

• 33

What percentage of China's middle class intends to buy ivory products in the future?

• 70%

• 60%

• 83%

• 50%

What is the potential consequence of the expanding ivory market in China?

• Increased elephant population

• Elephants becoming extinct in the wild

• Decrease in ivory prices

• Ban on ivory trade

What is the main dilemma presented at the end of the video?

• Whether to invest in ivory carving technology

• Whether to ban all ivory trade

• Whether to increase ivory production

• Whether to preserve the art of ivory carving or the elephant species

What is the focus of the next episode in the series?

• The role of the Chinese government in ivory trade

• The impact of ivory trade on global economy

• The history of ivory carving

• Undercover investigation of illegal ivory trade in East Africa