Greenpeace park bulldozer placed in Boris Johnson's constituency

Greenpeace park bulldozer placed in Boris Johnson's constituency

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The transcript discusses Boris Johnson's unfulfilled promise to oppose Heathrow's third runway, highlighting the environmental and community impacts. It emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change, citing increased pollution and global warming effects. The campaign against the runway is gaining momentum, aiming to unseat the Prime Minister. Additionally, the HS2 project is criticized for its environmental damage in Ruislip.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Boris Johnson's initial promise regarding the third runway at Heathrow?

To lie down in front of bulldozers to stop it

To vote in favor of it in Parliament

To move to Afghanistan

To support its construction

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the third runway at Heathrow a significant issue for the local community?

It will improve air quality

It will worsen air pollution

It will create more jobs

It will reduce traffic

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the adverse impacts of Heathrow's development mentioned in the video?

Improved air quality

Decreased traffic on the M25

Increased pollution and traffic

Reduced carbon emissions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental issues are associated with HS2 in Ruislip?

Increased air quality

Deforestation and water supply threats

Improved public transport

Reduced carbon emissions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the broader environmental concern highlighted in the final section?

Climate change and environmental destruction

Technological advancement

Economic growth

Political stability