Young People Push For Climate Action Amid COP26's Second Week

Young People Push For Climate Action Amid COP26's Second Week

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The transcript discusses the role of youth in global climate leadership, highlighting their influence and participation in events like the Paris Agreement and COP summits. It emphasizes the power of youth activism, as seen in movements like Fridays for Future, and critiques the lack of meaningful change at COP26. The narrative underscores the importance of youth empowerment and their growing role in organizing and leading climate justice initiatives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What role does Natia from Argentina play in the context of young leaders?

She is a political leader.

She is a climate scientist.

She is a journalist.

She is a UNESCO Global Youth delegate.

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What movement did Greta Thunberg inspire?

Youth for Climate

Fridays for Future

Green Earth Initiative

Climate Action Now

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What is the main criticism of political leaders according to the activists?

They are too focused on economic growth.

They are pretending to take climate change seriously.

They are investing too much in renewable energy.

They are not attending climate conferences.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What change was observed at COP 26 regarding youth involvement?

Youth were not interested in participating.

Youth were only allowed to attend as observers.

Youth were given the responsibility to organize key events.

Youth were excluded from the events.

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What is the hope for future generations according to the transcript?

That they will have more economic opportunities.

That their demands for climate action will be heard.

That they will travel to other planets.

That they will focus on technological advancements.