VOICED : Ivory Coasts evicted farmers left destitute

VOICED : Ivory Coasts evicted farmers left destitute

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Social Studies, Geography, Science, Education

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the forced evictions of farmers from Mount Pico in Ivory Coast to protect the forest. Despite the intention to conserve the environment, the evictions have led to significant hardships for the displaced, many of whom are migrants from Burkina Faso. The influx of people into nearby villages has strained resources, particularly schooling. As the Paris Agreement on climate change is implemented, rights groups argue that environmental protection should not come at the cost of human rights, highlighting the need for balanced approaches to conservation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason given for the eviction of farmers from Mount Pico and National Park?

To build new infrastructure

To protect the forest

To increase agricultural production

To expand urban areas

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is forest conservation important for cocoa farming?

It increases the price of cocoa

It allows for more land to be cleared

It ensures sustainable farming and climate stability

It reduces labor costs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the challenges faced by villages after the evictions?

Increased crime rates

Overcrowded schools

Lack of water supply

Insufficient healthcare facilities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were estimated to have been evicted from the forest?

100,000

10,000

50,000

25,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do rights groups argue about the evictions?

They are often forced and violent

They are justified by environmental protection

They are supported by local communities

They are necessary for economic growth