VOICED: Bolivians watch their glacier melt away

The video discusses the historical significance and current decline of Bolivia's Shackle Tea Glacier, once a major tourist attraction. The glacier's rapid disappearance due to global warming serves as a warning for regional ecosystems. The loss concerns both older and younger generations, impacting tourism and prompting Bolivia to demand compensation from industrialized nations. The country is also implementing programs to secure its water supply.

What was the historical significance of Bolivia's shackle tea glacier?

• It was the largest glacier in the world.

• It was home to the highest ski slope in the world.

• It was the coldest place on Earth.

• It was the first glacier to be climbed.

What has been the primary cause of the glacier's rapid disappearance?

• Mining activities

• Global warming

• Deforestation

• Increased tourism

How does the disappearance of the glacier serve as a warning?

• It predicts more snowfall in the region.

• It suggests a decrease in global temperatures.

• It indicates potential changes in other ecosystems.

• It shows an increase in tourism.

What concerns do younger generations have about the disappearing glaciers?

• Loss of cultural heritage

• Decrease in tourism

• Increase in local temperatures

• More frequent avalanches

What action has Bolivia taken in response to global warming?

• Banned all industrial activities

• Built new ski resorts

• Demanded compensation from industrialized countries

• Increased mining operations