CLEAN : French environment min optimistic about binding COP21 accord

CLEAN : French environment min optimistic about binding COP21 accord

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Social Studies, Science, History

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses Barack Obama's announcement of the US commitment to binding climate agreements, highlighting a significant shift in American public opinion towards supporting such agreements. It emphasizes the importance of the US's engagement in climate dynamics, especially given previous doubts due to Congress. The text also notes the commitment of major global polluters, including China, the US, and India, to climate action. Additionally, it highlights Europe's leadership in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40%, indicating a collective global effort towards climate change mitigation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the major change in the United States' stance on climate agreements as announced by Barack Obama?

A reduction in renewable energy investments

An increase in greenhouse gas emissions

A decision to withdraw from all climate agreements

A commitment to a binding agreement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has American public opinion shifted regarding climate agreements?

It is indifferent to climate agreements

It has become less supportive of binding agreements

It remains unchanged

It has become more supportive of binding agreements

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the United States' commitment to binding agreements considered a pivotal moment?

It marks the first time the US has engaged in any international agreement

It signifies a collective engagement of major polluting countries

It indicates a withdrawal from previous commitments

It shows a decrease in global cooperation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries are mentioned as being engaged in the climate agreement dynamic?

Russia, Brazil, and South Africa

China, the United States, and India

Canada, Mexico, and Japan

Australia, New Zealand, and Argentina

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Europe's role in the global climate agreement efforts?

Focusing solely on economic growth

Withdrawing from all climate agreements

Leading with a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions

Increasing coal production