The video discusses Earth Hour, a global event where cities turn off lights on iconic monuments to raise awareness about climate change. Organized by the World Wildlife Fund, Earth Hour has been active for a decade, highlighting the urgency of climate issues. The video explains how climate change is accelerating due to greenhouse gases from fossil fuels. It also notes that 2016 was the hottest year recorded since 1880, marking the third consecutive year of record temperatures.

What is the primary goal of the Earth Hour event?

• To promote energy consumption

• To raise awareness about climate change

• To celebrate global monuments

• To encourage tourism

Which organization is responsible for organizing the Earth Hour event?

• Environmental Protection Agency

• United Nations

• World Wildlife Fund

• Greenpeace

What is a major contributor to the acceleration of climate change?

• Overfishing

• Urbanization

• Greenhouse gas emissions

• Deforestation

Which year was recorded as the warmest on Earth since 1880?

• 2015

• 2016

• 2018

• 2017

What significant climate record was set in 2016?

• The coldest year on record

• The highest level of rainfall

• The third consecutive annual temperature record

• The longest drought period