California Wildfires Proof of Climate Emergency: Tom Steyer

California Wildfires Proof of Climate Emergency: Tom Steyer

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The video discusses the severe wildfires in California, exacerbated by climate change and extreme weather conditions. It highlights the urgent need for climate action, emphasizing the role of American leadership and global cooperation. The discussion also touches on the compounded challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic slowdown, stressing the necessity for a concerted governmental response.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated cost of the wildfires in California this year?

$200 billion

$300 billion

$500 billion

$400 billion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural phenomenon is exacerbating the fire risk in California?

Santa Ana winds

Tornadoes

Monsoons

Hurricanes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional crisis is affecting Californians during the wildfires?

Political unrest

Technological advancements

COVID-19 pandemic

Economic boom

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Tom's proposed first agenda item if elected President?

Healthcare reform

Addressing climate change

Tax reduction

Education reform

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the stance of Joe Biden's climate plan according to the transcript?

Conservative

Non-existent

Aggressive

Moderate

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of global CO2 emissions is attributed to the United States?

5%

15%

10%

20%

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is necessary for solving the global climate problem according to the transcript?

Technological isolation

Ignoring the issue

American leadership

Individual action