Conserving the Tropical Rainforest: Our Collective Responsibility

The video discusses the importance of rainforest conservation, highlighting the roles of governments, organizations, and individuals. It addresses challenges faced by local farmers and indigenous people, emphasizing sustainable practices like fair trade and recycling. The impact of cattle ranching and consumer choices on rainforests is explored, along with actions individuals can take to support conservation efforts. The video concludes with a review and questions to reinforce learning.

What is one of the main challenges faced by small farmers in the rainforest?

• Lack of knowledge about farming

• Competition with large companies

• High taxes on crops

• Insufficient rainfall

How do organizations assist indigenous people in the rainforest?

• By relocating them to urban areas

• By teaching them new languages

• By helping them sell and trade their materials

• By providing them with free land

What is a significant cause of deforestation in the rainforest?

• Building new cities

• Creating pasture for cattle

• Constructing highways

• Mining for gold

Which of the following actions can help conserve the rainforest?

• Using more plastic products

• Cutting down more trees for timber

• Recycling paper and wood

• Buying imported meat from tropical regions

What can individuals do to support rainforest conservation?

• Avoid using social media

• Invest in large plantations

• Join organizations like the Rainforest Foundation

• Ignore environmental issues

Which label on products indicates support for rainforest conservation?

• Locally Grown

• Organic

• Fair Trade or Equal Exchange

• Non-GMO

What is a way students can influence companies to adopt rainforest-friendly policies?

• Write letters to the government

• Boycott all products

• Start their own businesses

• Organize e-mail or social media campaigns