Video 2: Why deforestation?

What important role do forests play for our planet?

• They provide wood for building.

• They are like the lungs of the planet, helping to regulate climate.

• They are home to many animals.

• They produce oxygen for us to breathe.

What is the main purpose of the Landsat satellite?

• To help rockets launch into space.

• To provide internet access to remote areas.

• To monitor and take pictures of the Earth's surface.

• To track weather patterns and storms.

Which of these is a major reason why forests are being cleared?

• To build new cities and towns.

• To create farms for crops like soy and palm oil, and pastures for cattle.

• To make space for new roads and highways.

• To gather wood for furniture and paper.

How does clearing and burning forests contribute to climate change?

• It makes the air cleaner by removing smoke.

• It helps animals find new homes.

• It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which warms the planet.

• It creates more land for planting new trees.

Does the guy in the Video seem optimistic things will change? Explain.