CLEAN : Botswana : an elephant statue made of ivory tusks

CLEAN : Botswana : an elephant statue made of ivory tusks

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Biology, Science, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a unique sculpture that symbolizes the importance of conserving elephants. It emphasizes the intrinsic value of elephants over ivory art and highlights the collective responsibility to protect this iconic species. The video also presents alarming statistics on elephant poaching in Africa, particularly in Botswana, between 2013 and 2014, urging for increased conservation efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary message conveyed by the sculpture mentioned in the introduction?

The importance of elephant conservation

The beauty of ivory art

The history of African art

The economic value of ivory

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are the tusks on the sculpture considered ethically sourced?

They come from elephants that died naturally

They are made of synthetic materials

They were purchased from legal markets

They were donated by art collectors

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of safeguarding elephants according to the second section?

To increase tourism in Africa

To create more sculptures

To ensure future generations can benefit from them

To boost the ivory trade

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many elephants were poached in Africa between 2013 and 2014?

10,000

15,000

20,000

25,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total number of elephants poached in Botswana during 2013 and 2014?

38

58

28

48