A look at illegal logging in the Amazon

The Amazon rainforest, a crucial component of the Earth's ecosystem, stores vast amounts of carbon and produces significant oxygen. However, it faces severe threats from deforestation driven by logging and farming, exacerbated by certain government policies. The economic value of deforested land and timber fuels this destruction, despite its environmental cost. The video highlights the urgent need for protective measures to preserve this vital resource.

What percentage of the world's oxygen is produced by the Amazon rainforest?

• 10%

• 30%

• 40%

• 20%

Which Brazilian president's policies have contributed to the increase in deforestation?

• Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

• Dilma Rousseff

• Fernando Henrique Cardoso

• Jair Bolsonaro

What is the primary reason for deforestation in Brazil?

• Tourism

• Urban development

• Ranching

• Mining

What is the approximate market value of a tree once it reaches the international marketplace?

• $1000

• $500

• $2000

• $3000

Why are environmental journalists and activists at high risk in the Amazon?

• The weather conditions are extreme

• There are many dangerous animals

• The business of logging is highly profitable

• The terrain is difficult to navigate