CLEAN: World leaders weigh 'green' economy at Rio summit

CLEAN: World leaders weigh 'green' economy at Rio summit

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Social Studies, Science, Business

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the urgent need for environmental protection and investment in green jobs to ensure sustainable development. It highlights the necessity of increasing food, energy, and water production by 2050 while addressing the challenges posed by fossil fuel subsidies. The speaker calls for global governance and commitments to protect the future, emphasizing the importance of drawing a line in the Arctic and saving it. The video concludes with a call to action for leaders to take responsibility for sustainable development.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker criticizes the current approach to development?

Insufficient focus on traditional jobs

Overemphasis on fossil fuels

Failure to negotiate a new development model

Lack of technological advancement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what must be increased by 2050 to ensure survival?

Military spending

Food, energy, and water production

Healthcare facilities

Urban development

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is identified as a major challenge to sustainable development?

Overpopulation

Lack of international cooperation

Technological limitations

Fossil fuel subsidies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for a just world?

Higher taxation

More fossil fuel exploration

A framework of funding and justice

Increased military presence

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action does the speaker urge political leaders to take regarding the Arctic?

Build more infrastructure

Draw a protective line

Promote tourism

Increase oil drilling

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