Our Community's Environment
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Objective
I can analyze how human activities have both helped and harmed the environment in my community.
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Warm-up video
TED-Ed · 5:00Vetted channel
We don't generate video — this one is by TED-Ed on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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If we continue on our current path, the Earth is projected to warm 2 degrees since the 1800s by 2050, leading to more frequent heatwaves and wildfires.
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By 2050, rising temperatures and air pollution may cause higher rates of premature and underweight births, as well as increased cases of asthma and respiratory disease in children.
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By 2100, rising sea levels could submerge entire nations, like the Marshall Islands and Tuvalu, displacing millions of people and leading to food and water scarcity worldwide.
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Practice
10 questions
According to the video, what is the primary cause of the climate changes described?
Name three specific effects of climate change described in the video that could impact communities.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe one negative and one positive impact that building roads and highways can have on your community's environment.”
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