Conservation and Science Knowledge Assessment

The video covers several topics: the ongoing debate about the origins of COVID-19, including the lab leak theory; an explanation of the recent super flower blood moon and its significance; conservation efforts in Rwanda to protect gorillas from human diseases; and a feature on a panda cub at the National Zoo. Each section provides insights into current events, scientific phenomena, and wildlife conservation.

What is one theory about the origin of COVID-19 that gained attention in 2020?

• It was created by aliens.

• It originated from a Chinese laboratory.

• It came from contaminated water.

• It was spread by mosquitoes.

What is the umbra in a lunar eclipse?

• The bright part of the moon.

• The shadow of the sun.

• The light reflected by the moon.

• The dark shadow the Earth casts on the moon.

Why did the recent lunar eclipse appear red?

• Because the moon was on fire.

• Due to pollution in space.

• Due to volcanic eruptions.

• Because of the Earth's atmosphere scattering sunlight.

What makes a 'supermoon' appear larger?

• It is a special type of moon.

• It is an optical illusion.

• It is made of a different material.

• It is closer to the Earth in its elliptical orbit.

What is a significant threat to mountain gorillas in the Virunga Mountains?

• Climate change.

• Predators.

• Human diseases.

• Lack of food.

What role do veterinarians play in the conservation of mountain gorillas?

• They relocate gorillas to safer areas.

• They train gorillas to avoid humans.

• They teach gorillas to find food.

• They provide medical care and monitor health.

What was a career highlight for Dr. Noel in the conservation efforts?

• Training gorillas to communicate with humans.

• Freeing an infant gorilla from a poacher's snare.

• Building a new hospital.

• Discovering a new species.

What is the name of the National Zoo's panda cub?

• Xiao Qi Ji

• Bao Bao

• Mei Xiang

• Ling Ling

What activity is Xiao Qi Ji, the panda cub, now able to do?

• Fly

• Swim

• Climb

• Dance

What is the host's name who signs off the video?

• Wolf Blitzer

• Anderson Cooper

• Carl Azuz

• Don Lemon