Amazon Rainforest and Global Climate Change

What is one of the key roles of the Amazon rainforest in combating climate change?

• It provides habitat for diverse wildlife.

• It absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

• It produces oxygen for the planet.

• It generates economic value for Brazil.

What was a significant cause of the increased fires in the Amazon in 2019?

• Increased tourism

• Natural weather patterns

• Activities by loggers and farmers

• Government conservation efforts

How did the international community respond to the Amazon fires in 2019?

• They sent military forces to Brazil.

• They offered financial aid and threatened trade sanctions.

• They ignored the situation.

• They imposed travel bans on Brazil.

What was the Brazilian government's initial reaction to the G7's offer of aid?

• They ignored the offer.

• They refused, citing national sovereignty.

• They requested more money.

• They accepted it immediately.

What does the situation with the Amazon fires suggest about modern global challenges?

• They can be solved by individual countries.

• They often require international cooperation.

• They are less important than economic growth.

• They are primarily caused by natural events.