Environmental Vocabulary

Questions and Answers

What defines a decade?

A period of ten years (correct)

A period of thirty years

A period of fifteen years

A period of five years

What is acid rain primarily caused by?

Burning of fossil fuels (correct)

Chemical runoff from farms

Excessive rainfall in a region

Natural volcanic eruptions

Which aspect was highly valued in Athens?

Staying strictly within the polis

Isolation from other cultures

Military training and discipline

Reading, writing, art, music, and philosophy (correct)

How did Sparta view travel and outside ideas?

They discouraged travel and outside influences Signup and view all the answers

At what age did Spartan boys begin their military training?

Seven years old Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant difference between how leadership was chosen in Athens compared to other city-states?

Leaders were chosen by lot Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary characteristic of Spartan society?

Prioritization of physical strength and military might Signup and view all the answers

What role did the Persian King Darius play in relation to Athens?

He decided to attack Athens to expand his empire Signup and view all the answers

What significant effect does pollution have on the environment?

It causes harm by introducing chemicals or waste Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about extinction is true?

It is the death of all members of a species Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary

Decade refers to a period of ten years.
Environment encompasses the natural world that includes plants, animals, and humans.
Fertilizers are chemicals beneficial for promoting plant growth.
Pollution results from harmful chemicals or waste impacting the natural environment.
Pesticides are chemicals designed to eliminate pests and insects.
Sewage is wastewater produced by households and industries.
Acid rain features dilute acids that form from fossil fuel combustion.
Global warming signifies the rise in Earth’s temperature due to greenhouse gases.
Extinction indicates the complete disappearance of a species of plants or animals.

Athens

Located in the southeastern region of the Greek mainland, Athens was a prominent city-state or polis.
The society of Athens emphasized openness, encouraging visits and exchanges of ideas with outsiders.
Intellectual pursuits such as reading, writing, art, music, and philosophy were highly valued.
Athens pioneered democracy by creating an Assembly for voting purposes.
Leadership selection was based on random lot rather than through elections, restricted to adult males born in Athens.

Sparta

Situated in the hilly and rocky Peloponnesus region, Sparta was another important Greek polis.
Spartan culture prioritized physical prowess and military strength, with warriors revered in society.
Both men and women were encouraged to engage in athletic competitions to build their physical capabilities.
Travel and exposure to new ideas were restricted in Spartan society to maintain a disciplined military focus.
Boys initiated military training at age seven, living in camps until around 30 years old, away from their families.

The Persian War

Persia, positioned east of the Greek Peninsula, sought to expand its empire with an attack on Athens in 490 B.C. led by King Darius.
The Persian army landed at Marathon, prompting a messenger named Pheidippides to run to Athens to deliver the warning.
Pheidippides succumbed to exhaustion after his long run, leading to the naming of modern long-distance races as marathons in his honor.

Description

Test your knowledge of key terms related to the environment and ecology. This quiz covers important vocabulary such as pollution, fertilizers, and global warming. Enhance your understanding of environmental issues and their impact on our planet.