CLEAN : Pakistan floods a 'crisis of unimaginable proportions,' says climate change minister

CLEAN : Pakistan floods a 'crisis of unimaginable proportions,' says climate change minister

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Biology

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the severe flooding in Pakistan, which has submerged a third of the country, surpassing previous disasters like the 2010 super floods. The situation is dire, with provinces inundated and no dry land for water displacement. The speaker emphasizes the need for international understanding and action, urging major emitters to reassess their policies as the global climate has reached a critical threshold earlier than anticipated. Pakistan is highlighted as a ground zero for climate change impacts, underscoring the urgent need for global cooperation and policy changes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What fraction of Pakistan is currently underwater, according to the speaker?

Two-thirds

Half

One-third

One-fourth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker compare the current floods to the 2010 super floods?

The current floods are less severe

The 2010 floods were more widespread

The current floods are worse

Both floods are equally severe

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges in managing the floodwaters?

Insufficient rainfall

No dry land to pump water into

Lack of water pumps

Inadequate government response

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for big emitters in response to the flooding?

Provide financial aid

Ignore the situation

Review their policies

Increase emissions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what has the global climate done earlier than expected?

Become predictable

Crossed a threshold

Stabilized

Improved significantly