VOICED: In polluted Nigerian region, a disaster long in the making

VOICED: In polluted Nigerian region, a disaster long in the making

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Geography, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the severe environmental damage in Ogoniland, Nigeria, due to 50 years of oil production. The UN report highlights the contamination of water with benzene and criticizes oil companies, particularly Shell, for poor maintenance. Shell attributes leaks to sabotage and theft. The report calls for immediate cleanup and stronger government regulation to address the ongoing environmental crisis.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the primary impact of oil production on the environment in Ogoniland?

Destruction of the environment

Enhanced tourism

Increased agricultural productivity

Improved fishing opportunities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the UN report, how long would it take to reverse the damage in Ogoniland?

A century

Three decades

One decade

Five years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What substance was found in the water at levels 900 times the recommended limit?

Arsenic

Lead

Benzene

Mercury

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company was criticized for poor maintenance of its infrastructure in Ogoniland?

Chevron

Total

Shell

Exxon Mobil

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Shell gives for the pipeline leaks?

Poor construction

Sabotage and theft

Natural disasters

Government regulations