Bangkok's Water Management Challenges

The video discusses the urgent issue of sinking cities due to climate change, focusing on Bangkok. The speaker shares personal experiences and highlights the impact of the 2011 Thailand floods. They introduce the Chulalongkorn Centenary Park project as a solution to urban flooding, emphasizing the need for sustainable urban design. The video concludes with a call to action for climate awareness and innovative solutions.

Which of the following cities is NOT mentioned as a sinking delta city?

• New York

• London

• Paris

• Bangkok

What is the main reason Bangkok is losing its ability to absorb water?

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Overpopulation

• Industrial pollution

How did the speaker describe the Thai people's historical relationship with flooding?

• As a disaster

• As a beneficial event

• As a rare occurrence

• As a modern problem

What was the impact of the 2011 flood on central Thailand?

• It turned the area into a desert

• It improved agricultural yield

• It created an enormous lake

• It caused minor inconveniences

What was the speaker's response to the 2011 flood disaster?

• To ignore the problem

• To start a project to address the issue

• To move to another city

• To rely on government solutions

What is unique about Chulalongkorn Centenary Park in Bangkok?

• It is located outside the city

• It is a private park

• It is the first new public park in 30 years

• It is the largest park in Asia

How does the park manage rainwater?

• By inclining the park to use gravity

• By using electric pumps

• By diverting water to the sea

• By using underground tunnels

What role do people play in the park's water system?

• They plant trees

• They pedal water bikes to help clean water

• They monitor water levels

• They build dams

What is the speaker's broader message about climate change?

• It is only a problem for scientists

• It can be ignored

• It requires action from all professions

• It is not a serious issue

What does the Thai word 'tangjai' mean?

• To give up

• To follow others

• To avoid challenges

• To firmly stand your heart at your goal