Changes and Challenges in Society
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What is a common outcome of enduring change according to the content?

  • Stronger self-confidence (correct)
  • Greater community support
  • Increased isolation from others
  • Increased fear of the unknown

    • Which of the following is not listed as an example of a personal change?

  • Getting a new sibling
  • Coping with identity
  • Learning a new language
  • Discovering new hobbies (correct)

    • What is a challenge societies face when experiencing change?

  • Decreasing cultural diversity
  • Becoming more inclusive (correct)
  • Maintaining traditional values
  • Ignoring climate change

    • Why should information about wars be approached with skepticism?

    <p>Fighting parties may exaggerate or lie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can often spread during a war to influence public perception?

    <p>False rumors and misinformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do parties involved in a war often exaggerate to gain support?

    <p>The reasons for fighting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method independent journalists use to verify war information?

    <p>Investigate documents and images.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do fighting parties typically seek support from their allies during war?

    <p>Through emotional appeals and propaganda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conveys that images from war can be misleading?

    <p>They can be edited or selective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might information be unreliable during wartime?

    <p>There is widespread misinformation and distrust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for verifying claims made during wartime?

    <p>Finding independent sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changes occur during the adolescent years?

    <p>Pressure to meet expectations can increase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of overcoming challenges related to change?

    <p>Greater resilience and personal growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical change is NOT typically associated with puberty?

    <p>Reduction in height.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do independent journalists play in conflict reporting?

    <p>They verify the truth of information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might journalists convey accurate depictions of war?

    <p>By incorporating various literary devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the brain during puberty?

    <p>It undergoes significant changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain is responsible for creative skills?

    <p>The right hemisphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do teenagers often take risks?

    <p>The ability to consider consequences is one of the last parts to develop.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can individuals do to reduce their environmental impact?

    <p>Switch to energy-efficient appliances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does a person evolve into having an adult body?

    <p>Adolescence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one action suggested to save energy at home?

    <p>Hang laundry to dry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable statistic about greenhouse gas emissions in the United States in 2020?

    <p>It was over double the global average.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the global average for greenhouse gas emissions per person?

    <p>6.3 tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to reduce your carbon footprint related to home energy use?

    <p>Switching to an electric heat pump</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much can living car-free potentially reduce one's carbon footprint?

    <p>2 tons of CO2e per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of switching to an electric vehicle compared to gas or diesel cars?

    <p>They produce significantly fewer greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to reduce your environmental impact while traveling?

    <p>Meet virtually instead of flying when possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach will help reduce carbon emissions related to consumer goods?

    <p>Shopping second-hand and repairing items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major environmental concern regarding electric vehicles?

    <p>Their batteries and engines require precious metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much carbon emissions can taking one less long-haul flight reduce?

    <p>2 tons of CO2e</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of plastic was recycled in 2019?

    <p>About 10 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much CO2e is generated per kilogram of textiles produced?

    <p>17 kilograms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential carbon footprint reduction from adopting a vegan diet?

    <p>900 kilograms of CO2e</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of throwing food away?

    <p>It produces methane, a greenhouse gas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action can contribute to reducing biodiversity loss?

    <p>Planting native species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to mitigate environmental harm from trash disposal?

    <p>Participate in local clean-ups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often do people throw out garbage that can harm the environment?

    <p>2 billion tons annually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can individuals effectively make a difference in climate action?

    <p>By speaking up and getting others involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are benefits of eating more plant-based foods?

    <p>Reduced environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Changes and Challenges

    • Individuals face challenges with any change, big or small
    • Examples include moving, learning new things, and emotional adjustments
    • Societies also experience challenges, such as dealing with new citizens, climate change, or difficult international relations
    • Challenges can be painful but can also be rewarding experiences that lead to growth and strength

    Pictures and Changes/Challenges

    • Pictures can communicate ideas about changes and challenges
    • The provided images show different situations that embody such themes

    In War, the Truth is the Biggest Loser

    • In conflict, all sides try to shape public opinion to gain support.
    • This is done through propaganda and misinformation.
    • Information, including statistics and visuals, must be verified

    An Exaggerated Truth

    • Warring parties try to create sympathy and gain support through manipulating information.
    • This involves spreading propaganda and using potentially false information about casualties or conquests.
    • The authenticity of the information should always be questioned in times of war

    Images and Videos Can Lie

    • Images and videos from wartime can be manipulated for various reasons.
    • They can give a false impression about the situation by showing limited aspects of the event, or through editing.
    • Thus, it's crucial to always verify such visual information.

    All Information Needs to Be Verified

    • The source of information is crucial to understand its validity
    • Independent journalists and news that are not tied to a certain side are essential to check the validity of the information.
    • Any information from a potentially biased source should always be verified.

    The Adolescent Years

    • Adolescence is a time of significant physical and emotional change.
    • The brain continues to develop, impacting decision-making and perception.
    • Teenagers experience changes in their bodies, feelings, and thoughts, along with social pressures and expectations.

    Actions for a Healthy Planet

    • People can take multiple actions to reduce their environmental impact.
    • Suggestions include saving energy at home, using public transport, reducing food waste, and choosing more sustainable products.
    • The actions vary, addressing energy usage, transportation, dietary choices, and waste reduction.

    Plant Native Species

    • It's better to plant native species in gardens.
    • Native plants support local ecosystems more effectively, causing less harm.
    • Native plant species offer significant environmental benefits.

    Clean Up Your Environment

    • Proper waste disposal protects the environment.
    • Be mindful of waste when disposing of materials and participate in community cleanup initiatives.

    Speak Up

    • To create change, it is important to communicate and influence.
    • Communication and activism play a key role in influencing decision-making
    • Speaking up and supporting initiatives can help to tackle problems.

    Jenny Kiss'd Me

    • This is a poem about the speaker's experience and feelings.
    • The poem's mood and message are focused on sentiments rather than facts and figures.

    Invictus

    • This poem, by Henley, is about overcoming adversity.
    • It focuses on resilience and strength in the face of challenges, specifically in the face of conflict and circumstance.

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    Explore the various challenges individuals and societies face during times of change. This quiz delves into the emotional adjustments, societal shifts, and the impact of misinformation in conflicts. Use the provided images to understand how visual communication reflects these themes.

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