Ivory Trade and Elephant Conservation

JJ Kelly introduces a PBS special on the ivory trade's impact on elephants, highlighting the crisis of declining elephant numbers. The documentary features investigative reporters Brian Christie and Aiden Harley, who explore the forces driving the illegal trade. The narrative is a mix of tragedy and hope, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness and action.

Who is JJ Kelly in the context of the PBS special?

• A narrator

• A producer

• A wildlife photographer

• An elephant conservationist

What was the main objective of JJ Kelly's team during their journey?

• To capture the beauty of elephants

• To document the ivory trade's impact

• To promote tourism in Africa

• To study elephant behavior

What is the current status of elephant populations according to the documentary?

• They are slightly declining

• They are at their lowest in recorded history

• They are stable

• They are increasing rapidly

What is the primary focus of the investigative reporters introduced in the documentary?

• The history of elephants

• Elephant migration patterns

• The driving forces behind the ivory trade

• Elephant breeding programs

What are the two main forces behind the illicit ivory trade discussed in the documentary?

• Technology and innovation

• Culture and tradition

• Politics and economics

• Supply and demand

What is the overarching theme of the documentary as described by JJ Kelly?

• A story of scientific discovery

• A story of cultural heritage

• A story of adventure

• A story of tragedy and hope