SAGE News Clips: Climate RefugeesResidents of the Isle de Jean Charles in southern Louisiana have been designated the first "climate refugees" in the United States. Former island resident and tribal secretary of the Native American tribe that once inhabited the island, Hilton Chaisson, says she will simply clean up the flood damage and move back. Climate experts, however think that Chaisson and other tribal members will have no choice but to permanently move as the island will no longer exist as the rising sea levels "swallow" it up.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 346, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:In the video, Chantel Commardelle
explains that "we bring reality to climate change." What does she mean by that?
A. They are educating residents about the connection between human activity and climate change.
B. They are educating the public regarding climate change via documentaries about climate refugees.
C. They are confronting the effects of climate change, having to move their houses to higher ground on the island.
D. They are confronting the effects of climate change, having to decide between leaving their homes and risking their health and safety.
Answer: D
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