CLEAN : Palaeontologists hope Biden will restore protections of Utah's fossil-rich lands

CLEAN : Palaeontologists hope Biden will restore protections of Utah's fossil-rich lands

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Biology, Science, Geography, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the discovery and excavation of fossils at a site, highlighting the impact of policy changes on fossil preservation. It emphasizes the importance of public access to land and the threats posed by land use to fossil resources.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous anecdote is mentioned in the introduction?

A math-related task

A commercial diver

A huge turtle

A dinosaur discovery

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did an intern discover dinosaur fossils at the site?

2015

2005

2010

2020

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the Trump administration's decision on Grand Staircase?

Increased tourism

Enhanced local government control

Altered boundaries affecting discovery sites

Improved fossil preservation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Grand Staircase considered one of the best places for dinosaur hunting?

Abundant vegetation

High sedimentation rates

Proximity to urban areas

Rich in coal deposits

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern regarding the use of public lands?

Increased tourism

Lack of access

Overpopulation

Fossil theft and vandalism

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the risk associated with mining for coal on public lands?

Improved fossil preservation

Loss of dinosaur ecosystems

Increased fossil discovery

Enhanced land value

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to preserve public lands for future generations?

To reduce tourism

To limit public access

To maintain pristine ecosystems

To increase corporate profits