Environmental Issues and Current Events

CNN 10 covers various topics including flooding in the Grand Canyon, the use of security robots, the release of Evan Gershkovich from Russian detention, South Africa's biodiversity, conservation efforts for Cape fur seals, and a surprise visit by MLB star Salvador Perez to a neighborhood wiffle ball game.

What natural event caused the need for rescues in Grand Canyon National Park?

• Landslide

• Wildfire

• Monsoon storms

• Earthquake

What technology is being used in cities to assist human security guards?

• Drones

• Security robots

• Surveillance cameras

• Facial recognition software

Evan Gershkovich was detained in which country?

• Iran

• Russia

• North Korea

• China

What role did Evan Gershkovich's community play in his release?

• They contacted the Russian embassy

• They organized protests

• They partnered with the Wall Street Journal for events

• They hired a private investigator

Which African nation is known for having three capital cities?

• Algeria

• Tanzania

• South Africa

• Zimbabwe

What is a major threat to the Cape fur seals at the V&A Waterfront?

• Climate change

• Oil spills

• Plastic pollution

• Overfishing

How do wildlife teams help disentangle seals from plastic?

• Using nets

• With a hooked blade through slats

• By tranquilizing them

• With trained dolphins

What unique feature does the seal platform have to aid in disentanglement?

• It is covered with nets

• It is elevated above water

• It has wide gaps between slats

• It is made of metal

Which MLB team does Salvador Perez play for?

• Chicago Cubs

• Kansas City Royals

• Los Angeles Dodgers

• New York Yankees

What activity did Salvador Perez join with neighborhood kids?

• Tennis match

• Whiffle ball game

• Basketball match

• Soccer game