CLEAN : UN chief hopes Trump will understand urgency of climate change

CLEAN : UN chief hopes Trump will understand urgency of climate change

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Social Studies, Moral Science

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the role of the UN and key figures like Patricia Espinosa in addressing climate change. It highlights the US's stance on the Paris Agreement under President Trump and emphasizes the importance of market forces in driving climate action. The video also notes the increasing global participation in climate agreements, urging more countries to ratify. It concludes with a call to action for continued efforts in combating climate change.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the key figures mentioned in the introduction of the climate change discussion?

Secretary General of the United Nations and Miss Patricia Espinosa

President Trump and Secretary General

Miss Patricia Espinosa and President Trump

Secretary General and the President of Germany

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concern regarding President Trump's stance on climate change?

He might focus solely on economic growth

He might disregard the Paris Agreement

He might strengthen the Paris Agreement

He might create a new climate agreement

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the hope expressed about President Trump's understanding of climate change?

He will ignore market forces

He will dismantle existing agreements

He will understand the urgency of climate change

He will prioritize other issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many countries have joined the climate agreement as mentioned in the transcript?

109 countries

50 countries

75 countries

150 countries

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the call to action for countries regarding the climate agreement?

To withdraw from the agreement

To delay ratification

To ratify as soon as possible

To negotiate new terms