21 children and young people are suing the US government over climate change.

21 children and young people are suing the US government over climate change.

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The video discusses the Juliana vs. United States case, where a group of young plaintiffs, led by Kelsey Juliana, is suing the US government for failing to address climate change. The case questions whether there is a constitutional right to a safe climate. It highlights the impact of climate change on youth and the environment, and the government's long-standing knowledge of the issue. The video also covers the legal proceedings and the hope for a landmark decision, akin to the end of segregation, to force government action. It concludes with the rise of youth activism for climate justice across the US.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the central question in the Juliana vs. United States case?

The role of international organizations in climate change

How to increase fossil fuel production

If there is a constitutional right to a safe and stable climate

Whether the government should provide financial compensation for climate change

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Jacob La Belle join the climate change lawsuit?

To force the government to address the climate crisis

To promote fossil fuel usage

To gain financial compensation for his family farm

To support international climate agreements

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the U.S. government been accused of in relation to climate change?

Ignoring the existence of climate change

Banning all fossil fuel usage

Supporting and perpetuating a fossil fuel-based energy system

Providing excessive funding for renewable energy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Department of Justice's stance on the Juliana case?

They argue the case is unconstitutional

They fully support the plaintiffs

They are neutral and have no opinion

They believe the case should be expedited

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are young people across the U.S. contributing to climate activism?

By investing in fossil fuel companies

By organizing international conferences

By avoiding any form of protest

By finding legal avenues to demand action and accountability