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The national anthem proclaims 'the land of the brave, the home of the free.'
The national anthem proclaims 'the land of the brave, the home of the free.'
False
The text mentions that America is not protecting the Atlantic, the Indian, and the Arctic oceans.
The text mentions that America is not protecting the Atlantic, the Indian, and the Arctic oceans.
False
The ocean is compared to mountains in terms of American importance in the text.
The ocean is compared to mountains in terms of American importance in the text.
True
The text advocates for protecting oceans from plastic pollution, oil drilling, and overdevelopment.
The text advocates for protecting oceans from plastic pollution, oil drilling, and overdevelopment.
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Dr. Chad Nelsen is mentioned as the CEO of the Surfrider Foundation in the text.
Dr. Chad Nelsen is mentioned as the CEO of the Surfrider Foundation in the text.
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Study Notes
The State of American Oceans
- The American national anthem describes the country as "the land of the free, the home of the brave", but a significant portion of America's oceans are under threat.
- The oceans under threat include the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf coasts.
Threats to American Oceans
- Pollution is a major threat to American oceans.
- Plastic waste is a significant contributor to ocean pollution.
- Oil drilling is another major threat to American oceans.
- Habitat loss is a consequence of human activities that harms marine ecosystems.
- Overdevelopment of coastal areas is a threat to American oceans.
- Climate change denial is a significant obstacle to addressing the threats facing American oceans.
Importance of American Oceans
- The ocean is as integral to America as its mountains.
- The water is as vital to America as its soil.
- The health of American oceans is directly linked to the health of the land.
Call to Action
- The Surfrider Foundation is urging the American people to join the fight to protect American oceans and coasts.
- The goal is to "free our oceans and coasts" from the threats listed above.
- The organization is emphasizing the importance of collective action to protect American oceans and coasts.
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Test your knowledge on the importance of protecting America's oceans from pollution, plastic, oil drilling, habitat loss, overdevelopment, and climate change denial.
