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What is the estimated percentage of global trade involving container ships crossing the oceans?

30%
50%
70%
90% (correct)

What is the primary reason for the falling off of shipping containers from cargo ships?

Mechanical failures
Piracy attacks
Rough weather (correct)
Overloading

What does the text suggest about the responsibility for cleaning international waters?

It is the responsibility of the United Nations
It is the responsibility of shipping companies
It is unclear (correct)
It lies with individual nations

What is the impact of ship emissions on the environment according to the text?

They contribute to air pollution (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do the plastic beads and dragons on the beach represent according to the text?

Global circulation of air and water (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern regarding ocean pollution mentioned in the text?

Plastic pollution (D) Signup and view all the answers

How are global economies dependent on the circulation of goods according to the text?

They depend on the circulation of goods moved by ships (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of ocean currents in local economies according to the text?

They create rich fisheries (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the challenge of balancing societal needs with protecting the planet?

It acknowledges that there aren't easy answers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the future of addressing environmental challenges?

It indicates that there might be rough seas ahead (A) Signup and view all the answers

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