Climate Change and Environmental Issues Quiz
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What is one of the primary human activities that contribute to climate change?

  • Solar variation
  • Deforestation (correct)
  • Volcanic eruptions
  • Earth's orbital change

    • Natural causes of climate change include human activities.

    False

    What effect does a greater tilt of Earth's axis have on seasons?

    Summers get hotter and winters get colder.

    The layer of gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat is known as ______.

    <p>greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following causes of climate change with their examples:

    <p>Human causes = Burning fossil fuels Natural causes = Solar variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of habitat?

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

    Globalization has contributed to better working conditions for all Polish workers.

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

    What is a primary reason habitats are important?

    <p>They support biodiversity by providing homes for different species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thirty years ago, China's economy had a small ______ class.

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

    Match the following environmental issues with their consequences:

    <p>Severe pollution = People wear masks to protect against air quality Factory conditions = Workers experience stress and little freedom Rapid urban development = Increased availability of modern transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one solution the Chinese government is implementing to combat pollution?

    <p>Creating water treatment plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The benefits of economic growth in China are equally shared among all citizens.

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

    How did the joining of the EU change retail in Poland?

    <p>By replacing government-owned stores with supermarkets and American-style shops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the significant benefits of the conservation efforts in Papua New Guinea?

    <p>Earning $27 million for communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Matschie's Tree Kangaroos are primarily hunted for their fur.

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

    What are Matschie's Tree Kangaroos often referred to as due to their elusive nature?

    <p>ghosts of the forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The YUS Conservation Area was established to protect Matschie's tree kangaroos and combat __________.

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

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Matschie's Tree Kangaroo = A rare marsupial found in Papua New Guinea YUS Conservation Area = First national preserve in Papua New Guinea Cloud forests = High-altitude forests where tree kangaroos live Ecotourism = Tourism focused on conservation and wildlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of greenhouse gases?

    <p>To trap heat near Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Deforestation can reduce the amount of CO₂ in the atmosphere.

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

    What are two reasons people engage in deforestation?

    <p>Farming and raising animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of converting ancient plants and animals into energy sources is known as the formation of ________ fuels.

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

    Match the following fossil fuels with their descriptions:

    <p>Coal = A major source of electricity that is mostly carbon Oil = A liquid fossil fuel used for transportation Natural Gas = A fossil fuel primarily made of methane Peat = An early stage of coal formation found in wetlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an effect of burning coal?

    <p>Increased carbon absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The food supply chain consists solely of the farming phase.

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

    What are the main components of the food supply chain?

    <p>Production, processing, distribution, retail, and consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consequence of food insecurity?

    <p>Hunger and malnutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Food security means having unreliable access to affordable, nutritious food.

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

    Name one major cause of food insecurity.

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

    ________ can cause food insecurity by leading to extreme weather events.

    <p>Climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the causes of food insecurity with their descriptions:

    <p>Conflict = Can disrupt food supply chains and production Economic factors = Low wages and high living costs lead to reduced purchasing power Climate change = Contributes to extreme weather affecting crops Agricultural factors = Includes issues like crop failure and poor soil quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a threat to animal habitats?

    <p>Excess rainfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Game guards in Namibia primarily work to protect wildlife by allowing poaching.

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

    What impact did rule under South Africa have on Namibia's wildlife during apartheid?

    <p>White landowners could hunt freely while Black Namibians were banned from hunting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Namibia, ______ helped the recovery of wildlife in 1982 by hiring community game guards.

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

    How do game guards contribute to wildlife conservation in Namibia?

    <p>By tracking and monitoring animal populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following wildlife species to their respective conservation status in Namibia.

    <p>Zebras = Increased populations Rhinos = Increased populations Lions = Increased populations Giraffes = Increased populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Human population growth has no impact on wildlife resources in Namibia.

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

    What were two main factors that led to the increase in poaching in Namibia?

    <p>Lack of options for farmers and drought.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a way globalisation has influenced us?

    <p>Your charitable donations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Globalisation only has positive impacts on society.

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

    What significant political change occurred in Poland in 1989?

    <p>Communism ended and a democratic government was created.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Poland joined the European Union in _____ year.

    <p>2004</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of globalisation with their descriptions:

    <p>Travel = Air travel makes it faster and cheaper. Communication = Instant messaging and video calls via the internet. Cultural exchange = Brings together diverse cultures. Economic collaboration = Facilitates easier trade between countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical example illustrates globalisation?

    <p>The Silk Roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Joining the European Union had no effect on Poland's economy.

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

    What currency was introduced in Poland with the European Union?

    <p>The euro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Greenhouse Gas Effect

    • The greenhouse effect is the process through which heat is trapped near Earth's surface by greenhouse gases.

    Deforestation

    • Deforestation is the removal of trees in a forest to convert the land for farming or other uses.

    Purpose of Deforestation

    • People do it for many reasons: farming, raising animals, getting wood for fuel, creating buildings, and other uses.

    Deforestation's Impact on Climate

    • Trees naturally absorb CO2, so when humans cut down trees, more CO2 is in the atmosphere instead of being stored in trees.
    • As a result of having more CO2, this ultimately contributes to climate change.

    Fossil Fuels

    • Fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) come from ancient plants and animals.
    • They are non-renewable and take millions of years to form.
    • Fossil fuels are a major source of human-caused pollution.

    What is Coal?

    • Coal is a fossil fuel used for electricity, made mostly of carbon, and found underground.

    How Burning Coal Affects Our Planet and Contributes to Climate Change

    • Burning coal releases CO2, which warms the Earth.
    • Normally, carbon is stored underground.
    • Factories pollute (e.g. from limestone).
    • They release gases from energy use and materials processing (e.g., ore, oil).

    Food Supply Chain

    • Food supply is the amount of food available for people to eat.
    • The food supply chain is how food gets from farms to our tables. It includes growing, processing, transporting, and selling food.

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    Test your knowledge on climate change, its causes, and effects contributed by human activities. This quiz also covers the significance of habitats and the impact of economic growth on environmental issues. Explore the interplay between globalization, conservation efforts, and pollution management.

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