National Parks and National Geographic

National Geographic has been dedicated to National Parks for over a century, starting with a 1916 magazine issue aimed at establishing a government agency to manage parks. As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary, there's a focus on the significance of parks and future challenges. National Geographic's initiative on parks is its largest editorial project, inviting the community to engage and learn together.

What significant action did National Geographic take in 1916 to support national parks?

• Created a documentary about parks

• Hosted a conference on parks

• Published a book about parks

• Devoted a magazine issue to parks

What was the purpose of giving the magazine issue to every member of Congress in 1916?

• To promote tourism

• To establish a government agency for parks

• To increase magazine sales

• To celebrate a park anniversary

What anniversary was being celebrated 100 years after 1916?

• The first issue of National Geographic magazine

• The anniversary of the National Park Service

• The creation of the first national park

• The founding of National Geographic

What are some of the challenges facing national parks today?

• Lack of visitors

• Too many parks being created

• Overabundance of funding

• Environmental and societal issues

What is the significance of National Geographic's initiative related to parks?

• It is the largest editorial initiative in their history

• It only covers parks in the United States

• It focuses solely on wildlife

• It is the smallest editorial initiative in their history

What does National Geographic invite the audience to do?

• Join a community to learn about parks

• Visit every national park

• Write articles about parks

• Donate to park conservation

What is the focus of the discussion National Geographic wants to have about parks?

• Their history only

• Their current state and future

• Their wildlife exclusively

• Their financial aspects