10 Questions
What has been the temperature rise in the last century?
1.2 to 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit
What human activities have released large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere?
Burning fossil fuels and industrial activities
Which evidence of global warming is mentioned in the text?
Declining Arctic sea ice
What are the possible consequences of rising temperatures mentioned in the text?
Rising sea levels and flooding
How can consumers help reduce greenhouse gas emissions according to the text?
Using energy-efficient bulbs and driving less frequently
Which Eurovision winner is known for a powerful performance of the song 'L'Essenziale'?
Marco Mengoni
How many times has Johnny Logan won the Eurovision contest?
7
Which song did Dana perform to win the Eurovision contest in 1970?
'All Kinds of Everything'
What country did Netta Barzilai represent when she won the Eurovision contest in 2018?
Israel
Which contestant's win is mentioned as helping to shape the early years of the Eurovision contest?
Dana
Study Notes
- Earth's climate has fluctuated for 2.5 million years between ice ages and warmer periods
- In the last century, temperature rise has been unprecedented, around 1.2 to 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit
- Human activities, especially burning fossil fuels since the industrial revolution, have released large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere
- Greenhouse gases trap heat near the Earth and intensify the natural greenhouse effect
- Recent evidence of global warming includes record-breaking warm years, declining Arctic sea ice, and rising greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere
- Temperatures are predicted to increase by two to 10 degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the century
- Possible consequences of rising temperatures include flooding, ice melting, extreme weather events, and species extinction
- Consumers can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by saving energy at home, using energy-efficient bulbs, and driving less frequently.
Test your knowledge about climate change, global warming, and the impact of human activities on the Earth's climate. Learn about the causes, effects, and potential solutions related to rising global temperatures.
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