The Kyoto Protocol:
A)aimed to increase emissions of so-called greenhouse gases, in particular carbon dioxide
B)was signed by over 170 countries, including Canada
C)ensured that all countries in the world cut greenhouse gases until 2012
D)requirements were met by Canada, but by few other countries
E)imposed a global carbon tax

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The Kyoto Protocol was signed by over 170 countries, including Canada.

Answer: C
 The Kyoto Protocol required all countries in the world to cut greenhouse gas emissions until 2012, not increase them.

Answer: D
 Canada met the requirements of the Kyoto Protocol, but few other countries did.

Answer: E
 The Kyoto Protocol did not impose a global carbon tax, but rather set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.