Impact of Clear-Cutting and Flooding in British Columbia

What environmental issue is highlighted as a major problem in British Columbia?

• Air pollution

• Urban sprawl

• Overfishing

• Clear-cutting

Which city in British Columbia was severely affected by flooding in 2018?

• Vancouver

• Victoria

• Grand Forks

• Kelowna

What was one of the main causes of the 2018 flood in Grand Forks?

• Heavy rainfall

• Clear-cut logging

• Earthquake

• Tsunami

What is a watershed?

• A type of tree

• A logging technique

• A drainage basin

• A weather pattern

What happens to snow in clear-cut areas compared to intact forests?

• It accumulates more

• It doesn't melt

• It melts faster

• It melts slower

What is one of the consequences of clear-cutting mentioned in the video?

• Decreased soil erosion

• Increased biodiversity

• Improved air quality

• Increased flooding

What financial assistance did the city receive after the floods?

• A 50 million dollar package

• A 10 million dollar package

• A 100 million dollar package

• A 5 million dollar package

What is the main priority in current forestry legislation according to the video?

• Wildlife protection

• Community welfare

• Corporate profits

• Ecosystem health

What change is suggested for forestry management?

• Centralized decision-making

• Increased logging

• Decentralization of decision-making

• More government control

Who should have a say in forest management according to the video?

• Only logging companies

• Local communities and Indigenous people

• International organizations

• Only government officials