French Climate Change Activists Protest Amazon On Black Friday

French Climate Change Activists Protest Amazon On Black Friday

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The transcript discusses protests against Amazon in France, dubbed 'Block Friday', due to its environmental impact. Activists formed human chains and blocked entrances to highlight consumerism's role in climate change. Black Friday's global spread has faced opposition, with some French lawmakers considering a ban. Amazon plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, using electric vans. Climate protests also occurred globally, including in Australia.

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1.

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What was the main accusation against Amazon by the protesters in France?

Monopolizing the market

Unfair labor practices

Accelerating climate change

Tax evasion

2.

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What unique name did the demonstrators give to their protest against Amazon?

Eco Friday

Stop Amazon Day

Block Friday

Green Friday

3.

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What action did the protesters take at a shopping center in Paris?

Organized a march

Formed a human chain

Blocked the entrance

Held a sit-in protest

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Amazon's target year to become net carbon neutral?

2040

2030

2050

2025

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which group of people in Australia participated in the climate change protests?

Politicians

Students

Teachers

Farmers