Environmental Awareness and History

The video discusses the history and significance of Earth Day, highlighting its origins in 1970 and the influence of Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring' on the environmental movement. It explores the turbulent 1960s, the Apollo missions' role in changing perspectives on Earth, and the establishment of key environmental legislation and agencies in the 1970s. The conversation emphasizes the need for global environmental awareness and action.

What is Chuck Nice's profession?

• Scientist

• Comedian

• Teacher

• Politician

When was the first Earth Day celebrated?

• 1980

• 1970

• 1990

• 1962

What book is often credited with starting the modern environmental movement?

• The Silent Planet

• The Green Earth

• The Environmentalist

• Silent Spring

What chemical did Rachel Carson's book 'Silent Spring' particularly highlight?

• DDT

• PCB

• BPA

• CFC

Which space mission first provided a comprehensive view of Earth from space?

• Apollo 11

• Apollo 8

• Apollo 13

• Apollo 17

What significant photo was taken during the Apollo 8 mission?

• The Blue Marble

• Earthrise

• The Pale Blue Dot

• The Green Planet

Which agency was established in 1970 to protect the environment?

• NASA

• EPA

• FDA

• NOAA

What does NOAA stand for?

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

• National Organization for Atmospheric Analysis

• National Ocean and Air Agency

• National Office for Air and Atmosphere

When was DDT banned in the United States?

• 1980

• 1973

• 1970

• 1965

What was the original proposed date for Earth Day?

• December 25th

• June 5th

• March 21st

• April 22nd