Boris Johnson says Cop26 conference needs to be more ambitious

Boris Johnson says Cop26 conference needs to be more ambitious

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Social Studies, Science

10th - 12th Grade

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The speaker warns against false optimism in climate negotiations, emphasizing the need for ambitious and credible plans to cut emissions by 2030. Despite progress, significant challenges remain, and vulnerable nations demand urgent action. The speaker calls on world leaders to act decisively to keep the 1.5-degree target alive and fulfill the promises made in the Paris Agreement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker emphasize as necessary to achieve the goal of cutting emissions by 2030?

Ambitious and credible implementation plans

Ignoring international agreements

Increased funding for fossil fuels

Reducing renewable energy sources

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which agreement is criticized for not being fully implemented by countries?

Kyoto Protocol

Montreal Protocol

Copenhagen Accord

Paris Agreement

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is mentioned as having traveled extensively to ensure their people's voices are heard?

President of the United States

Prime Minister of Canada

Chancellor of Germany

President of Palau

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker describe as the greatest gift for future generations?

Economic growth

Ending anthropogenic climate change

Technological advancements

Increased global trade

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's main question to world leaders at the end of the speech?

Will you increase military spending?

Will you help grasp the opportunity to combat climate change?

Will you reduce international cooperation?

Will you focus on economic growth over climate action?