President Biden Kicks Off 2-Day Climate Summit

President Biden Kicks Off 2-Day Climate Summit

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The video discusses a two-day summit focused on keeping global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius. It highlights the benefits of climate action, such as job creation and economic growth. The summit will cover topics like climate change mitigation, funding, and innovation. President Biden's climate agenda, including rejoining the Paris Agreement, is emphasized. The video concludes with a note on ongoing climate news coverage.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the summit regarding global warming?

To eliminate global warming completely

To maintain global warming at a maximum of 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels

To increase global warming to 3 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels

To reduce global warming to 2 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome of taking action to limit global warming, according to the transcript?

Decreased international cooperation

Higher taxes

Creation of good jobs and a foundation for future growth

Increased unemployment

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the topics that leaders will discuss at the summit?

Healthcare and education reform

Mitigating climate change and funding initiatives

Military and defense strategies

Space exploration and technology

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which agreement did President Biden rejoin on his first day in office?

The Montreal Protocol

The Paris Climate Agreement

The Geneva Convention

The Kyoto Protocol

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Biden take during his first week in office regarding climate change?

He increased funding for space exploration

He abolished all climate change initiatives

He focused solely on economic policies

He signed an order to prioritize climate change in US foreign policy and national security