World Population Milestones and Events

The video discusses the growth of the world population from ancient times to the present. Starting from 1 million people in 10,000 BCE, the population grew slowly until the 17th century. The industrial revolution and technological advancements accelerated growth, reaching 1 billion in 1804. The 20th century saw rapid increases, with the population hitting 8 billion by 2022.

What was the estimated world population around 10,000 BCE?

• 10 million people

• 500,000 people

• 1 million people

• 5 million people

By 1 AD, what was the approximate world population?

• 100 million people

• 150 million people

• 250 million people

• 200 million people

What major event in the 14th century significantly reduced Europe's population?

• The Hundred Years' War

• The Renaissance

• The Great Famine

• The Black Death

By the 17th century, what was the estimated world population?

• 600 million people

• 400 million people

• 700 million people

• 500 million people

In what year did the world population first reach 1 billion?

• 1804

• 1704

• 2004

• 1904

What was a significant factor in the rapid population growth during the 19th and 20th centuries?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Cold War

• The Space Race

• The Renaissance

When did the world population reach 6 billion?

• 1999

• 2011

• 2005

• 1987

On what date did the world population reach 8 billion?

• 15th November 2020

• 15th November 2023

• 15th November 2021

• 15th November 2022