BRAZIL: Industry and unregulated housing settlements are killing the Amazon rainforest & rivers

BRAZIL: Industry and unregulated housing settlements are killing the Amazon rainforest & rivers

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Geography, Biology, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the environmental and social issues facing the Amazon rainforest, focusing on deforestation and river pollution. Joe Ferrar, a local campaigner, highlights the devastating impact of industrial waste and human sewage on the waterways. The video also explores the struggles of impoverished communities living near the Amazon, who face daily challenges due to pollution and lack of government support. Marcus Castro, a professor, points out the role of inequality and poor urban planning in exacerbating these issues. Despite these challenges, efforts are being made by individuals like Joe Farah to restore the Amazon through reforestation and river cleanup initiatives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main causes of river pollution in the Amazon as mentioned in the video?

Overfishing

Deforestation

Industrial waste and human sewage

Climate change

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has happened to most of the small rivers that cross the city?

They are now clean and well-maintained

They have become tourist attractions

They have turned into channels of human waste

They have been redirected for agricultural use

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern for the poor communities living on the riverbanks?

The impact of climate change

Daily survival and lack of government support

The fate of the rainforest

The increase in tourism

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Marcus Castro, what is a significant issue contributing to the environmental problems?

Lack of proper urban planning

Overfishing

Excessive tourism

Too much government intervention

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is Joe Ferrar taking to help the rivers?

Organizing protests

Planting new trees along the riverbanks

Building dams

Cleaning the rivers manually