Freshwater Conservation and the Colorado River

The video discusses a campaign called 'Change the Course' aimed at engaging the public in freshwater conservation, particularly in the Colorado River Basin. It highlights the efforts to restore water flow to the Colorado River, which had been heavily impacted by dams and diversions. A significant milestone was reached when water flowed to the sea for the first time in many years, symbolizing the river's potential to fulfill its natural course. The video also emphasizes the resilience of nature and the positive impact on local communities, showcasing how life can return to ecosystems with even small amounts of water restoration.

What is the primary focus of the 'Change the Course' campaign?

• Reducing air pollution

• Freshwater conservation

• Wildlife protection

• Forest conservation

Which river basin is the pilot project of the campaign being conducted in?

• Amazon River Basin

• Mississippi River Basin

• Nile River Basin

• Colorado River Basin

What was the condition of the Colorado River Delta before restoration efforts?

• Lush and vibrant

• Desiccated and dry

• Flooded and marshy

• Frozen and icy

What significant event occurred on March 23rd at the Morelos Dam?

• Water began to flow towards the sea

• A new dam was constructed

• The dam was demolished

• The river was diverted to a new channel

Why was the river reaching the sea considered a symbolic event?

• It marked the end of a drought

• It caused flooding in nearby areas

• It was the first time in many years

• It led to the construction of a new dam

What is the destiny of a river according to the narrator?

• To flood the land

• To dry up

• To change course

• To reach the sea

What was the reaction of the local community in San Luis Rio Colorado?

• They were indifferent

• They protested against the water flow

• They relocated to another town

• Children played in the river

What natural phenomenon was observed with the return of water to the river channel?

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

• Micro crustaceans coming back to life

• Volcanic eruptions

What does the narrator find most inspiring about the restoration efforts?

• The resilience of nature

• The construction of new dams

• The increase in tourism

• The reduction in water usage

What does the narrator suggest about the future of ecosystems?

• They are not affected by human actions

• They are beyond repair

• They can be restored with effort

• They will naturally degrade