World Leaders Rebuked For 'Empty Words' At U.N. Climate Summit

World Leaders Rebuked For 'Empty Words' At U.N. Climate Summit

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The UN Climate Action Summit in New York highlighted the urgent need for global climate action. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged world leaders to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% in the next decade and achieve net zero by 2050. Greta Thunberg criticized leaders for their inaction, emphasizing the dire consequences of climate change. Various leaders, including Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel, pledged to uphold the Paris Agreement, while others like Narendra Modi and Wang Yi discussed their countries' efforts. President Trump, skeptical of climate change, made a brief appearance, underscoring the challenges in achieving global consensus.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the main message conveyed by Secretary General Antonio Guterres at the UN Climate Action Summit?

To increase economic growth

To focus on technological advancements

To prioritize military spending

To reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% over the next decade

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What action did Greta Thunberg and other young activists take at the UN?

They proposed a new climate agreement

They launched a global fundraising campaign

They filed a complaint against major economies for violating children's rights

They organized a new climate summit

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which country's leader pledged to double their climate protection funding?

Germany

China

United States

India

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What was Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stance on renewable energy?

He focused on nuclear energy development

He decided to withdraw from the Paris Agreement

He aimed to boost India's share of renewable energy

He planned to reduce investment in coal

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How did President Trump express his views on climate change at the summit?

He pledged to reduce coal usage

He supported the Paris Agreement

He expressed skepticism about climate change

He announced new climate policies