CLEAN : Wildfires will become more intense and more frequent: climate change expert

CLEAN : Wildfires will become more intense and more frequent: climate change expert

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Science, Geography, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the growing awareness of climate change as a real and immediate problem, highlighting its impact on weather patterns and increasing wildfire risks. It emphasizes the need for stronger regulations to prevent building in wildfire-prone areas and projects worsening conditions for the next 30 years unless net-zero emissions are achieved. The urgency for government action is stressed as people recognize the current damage caused by extreme weather events.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main consequences of global warming mentioned in the first section?

Intense and frequent hot weather

More frequent earthquakes

Increased rainfall

Rising sea levels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which region is highlighted as experiencing longer periods of fire risk?

Antarctica

Sahara Desert

Siberia

Amazon Rainforest

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a suggested measure to reduce wildfire risks near forested areas?

Increasing tourism

Implementing stronger regulations

Building more houses

Planting more trees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long are the worsening wildfire conditions expected to last?

30 years

5 years

10 years

20 years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the earliest year by which countries are discussing achieving net-zero emissions?

2050

2030

2040

2060