Unit 4

Communities and Landscapes of the Bay Area

We explore intersecting social and environmental issues in the BayArea, focusing on the historical development of landscapes and communities in the East Bay, and Oakland in particular. We will engage with community activists and organizers regarding contemporary issues of environmental justice, climate adaptation, gentrification, and contested public spaces.

Quiz

Here are a few questions about this unit to try out!

#1 True or False: During the Era of Conflict, many water management infrastructure projects were prevented from coming to fruition due to the new laws created around the time.

#2 True or False: Governor Ronald Reagan attempted to add the Eel River to the California Wild and Scenic Rivers System, was unable to, and thus the Dos Rios Reservoir was built.

#3 What did the CALFED Record of Decision attempt to focus on?

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