VOICED: Marrakesh palm groves up against tourism in Morocc

VOICED: Marrakesh palm groves up against tourism in Morocc

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Geography, Science, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the decline of Marrakesh's palm groves due to water scarcity and urbanization. Conservation efforts by the Muhammad 6 Foundation aim to restore the groves by planting new palm trees. However, increased demand for water from tourism and golf courses exacerbates the problem. A water treatment plant was opened to address these issues, but challenges remain as urbanization continues to threaten the groves.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary goal of the conservation program launched by the Muhammad 6 Foundation for the Environment?

To relocate local residents

To create new golf courses

To plant 430,000 palm trees

To build new tourist attractions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a major factor in the decline of groundwater levels in Marrakesh?

Increased agricultural activities

Expansion of tourist attractions and golf courses

Reduction in rainfall

Industrial pollution

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have new developments affected the local residents of the palm groves?

They have improved water availability

They have led to more job opportunities in farming

They have increased agricultural opportunities

They have caused many locals to move away

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the criticism mentioned regarding the spread of golf courses in Marrakesh?

They improve local biodiversity

They attract too many tourists

They are considered an irrational use of resources

They are too expensive to maintain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measure did local authorities take in 2010 to address water scarcity?

They increased water tariffs

They opened a water treatment plant

They reduced the number of golf courses

They banned new hotel constructions