VOICED: Demanda ambiental contra Chevron

VOICED: Demanda ambiental contra Chevron

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Science, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the environmental pollution caused by Chevron in the Ecuadorian Amazon, highlighting the health impacts on local communities. It covers the legal battle against Chevron, including a significant court ruling that increased the compensation amount to $19 billion. The video also explores the strategies employed by the plaintiffs to enforce the judgment internationally, as Chevron no longer operates in Ecuador. The conclusion provides additional resources for further information.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental issue did the protesters in Quito highlight regarding Chevron's operations?

Water and soil contamination

Air pollution

Deforestation

Noise pollution

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the legal battle between the Amazonian communities and Chevron?

The compensation amount was increased

The compensation amount was reduced

The case was dismissed

Chevron was acquitted

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much was Chevron ordered to pay after the court's decision?

$10 billion

$19 billion

$25 billion

$30 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy are the plaintiffs using to enforce the court's decision internationally?

Appealing to the United Nations

Filing a new lawsuit in Ecuador

Seeking embargoes on Chevron's assets in other countries

Negotiating directly with Chevron

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which countries have the plaintiffs already taken legal action to enforce the court's decision?

Brazil and Canada

United States and Mexico

Argentina and Chile

Colombia and Peru