CLEAN : COP26 president disappointed but agreement historic nevertheless

CLEAN : COP26 president disappointed but agreement historic nevertheless

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Social Studies, Science, Other

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the efforts to keep the 1.5-degree target alive, highlighting the historic agreement reached under the COP Presidency. Despite challenges and some disappointment, the agreement includes language on phasing down unabated coal and recognizes loss and damage for the first time. The focus is on meeting commitments and the importance of proper consideration for loss and damage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main objective mentioned by the speaker regarding the 1.5-degree target?

To focus solely on renewable energy

To increase the target to 2 degrees

To keep the 1.5-degree target alive

To completely eliminate coal usage

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of the agreement does the speaker express disappointment about?

The absence of financial commitments

The exclusion of renewable energy sources

The language used in the agreement

The lack of participation from major countries

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant achievement regarding coal is mentioned in the agreement?

Increase in coal production

Introduction of new coal technologies

Complete ban on coal mining

Phasing down of unabated coal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new element was introduced in the cover text for the first time?

Carbon trading mechanisms

Loss and damage

Nuclear energy policies

Renewable energy targets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the recognition of loss and damage considered important?

It emphasizes the role of technology

It focuses on reducing emissions

It marks a shift towards a more collaborative approach

It highlights the need for financial aid