China Ensures Blue Sky Days Over Beijing for APEC

China Ensures Blue Sky Days Over Beijing for APEC

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The video discusses the efforts by central authorities to improve air quality in Beijing, including cutting production at steel mills, shutting down power plants, and limiting cars on the streets. These measures have resulted in a significant improvement in the air quality index, with a PM 2.5 reading of 3. However, visual evidence from a resident shows that blue sky days are rare, and natural weather patterns may challenge the government's efforts to maintain clean air for upcoming events like APEC.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures have the central authorities implemented to improve air quality in Beijing?

Increased production at steel mills

Shut down power plants and limited cars

Expanded construction sites

Encouraged roadside BBQs

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current air quality index in Beijing as mentioned in the video?

Poor with a PM 2.5 reading of 150

Moderate with a PM 2.5 reading of 75

Excellent with a PM 2.5 reading of 3

Unhealthy with a PM 2.5 reading of 200

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Beijing Environmental Protection Bureau say about the current air quality?

It is an average level of a contingency plan

It is not part of any contingency plan

It is the highest level of a contingency plan

It is the lowest level of a contingency plan

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural factor might affect Beijing's air quality despite government efforts?

More construction projects

Increased industrial activity

Higher vehicle emissions

Natural weather patterns

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is Beijing preparing for, which might impact its air quality efforts?

The World Expo

The APEC event

The G20 Summit

The Olympic Games