Climate Change Is Impacting Snow Sports

Climate Change Is Impacting Snow Sports

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The video discusses the urgent need for climate action, led by professional snowboarder Jeremy Jones, who founded Protect Our Winters (POW) to mobilize the outdoor community. Athletes like Jim Morrison and Amy Engebretson emphasize their responsibility to advocate for environmental change despite social media risks. The video highlights the importance of policy change and economic framing in climate advocacy, urging immediate action to address broader climate issues. Empowerment through personal experiences and advocacy is encouraged to drive change.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivated Jeremy Jones to found Protect Our Winters?

To promote snowboarding as a sport

To address climate change and its impact on the environment

To create a new line of snowboarding gear

To organize snowboarding competitions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique role do athletes play in addressing environmental concerns?

They can fund large-scale projects

They have political power

They can speak from personal experience and influence others

They have scientific expertise

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge do athletes face when speaking out about climate change?

Lack of public interest

Fear of social media backlash

Insufficient scientific knowledge

Limited access to policymakers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Protect Our Winters engage with policymakers?

By offering financial incentives

By framing climate change as an economic issue

By organizing protests

By creating documentaries

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to frame climate change as an economic issue?

It avoids political debates

It attracts more media attention

It simplifies the problem

It highlights the financial impact on communities

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader impacts of climate change are highlighted in the video?

Is not a concern for most people

Leads to severe issues like droughts and hurricanes

Causes minor inconveniences

Only affects winter sports

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as crucial for addressing climate change effectively?

Immediate and collective action

Focusing solely on winter sports

Waiting for technological advancements

Individual efforts without collaboration