Kerry Says the World Needs to Do More to Save Planet

The speaker discusses their motivation to return to government, driven by a desire to secure a better future for their grandchildren amidst environmental challenges. They highlight the difficulties of achieving consensus in Washington and stress the urgency of reducing emissions to mitigate climate change. The speaker believes there is a real opportunity for change, citing the progress made at the Glasgow conference.

What is the primary reason the speaker returned to government work?

• To ensure a better future for grandchildren

• To spend more time with family

• To gain political power

• To travel the world

What is the main cause of the environmental changes discussed by the speaker?

• Deforestation

• Fossil fuel emissions

• Overpopulation

• Industrial waste

According to the speaker, what is the current global attitude towards reducing emissions?

• Indifferent

• Not serious enough

• Overly cautious

• Highly committed

What does the speaker believe is necessary for the future of the planet?

• More political debates

• Faster reduction of emissions

• Higher population growth

• Increased industrialization

What event does the speaker mention as a significant step forward in climate action?

• The Paris Agreement

• The Copenhagen Summit

• The Glascoe conference

• The Kyoto Protocol