Is the Earth in Danger

Test: Is the Earth in Danger?

Part 1: Multiple Choice (Choose the correct answer)

1. What is the main cause of global warming?
   a) Deforestation
   b) Greenhouse gas emissions
   c) Overpopulation
   d) Natural disasters
2. Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?
   a) Solar energy
   b) Wind energy
   c) Coal
   d) Hydropower
3. What is the most common pollutant in the ocean?
   a) Plastic waste
   b) Oil spills
   c) Industrial chemicals
   d) Sewage
4. What does “deforestation” mean?
   a) Planting more trees
   b) Cutting down forests
   c) Protecting the environment
   d) Reducing waste
5. What is the purpose of the "3Rs" concept (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)?
   a) To promote environmental awareness
   b) To encourage industrial production
   c) To increase the use of natural resources
   d) To support economic growth

Part 2: Match the Words with Their Definitions

1. Climate change
2. Biodiversity
3. Carbon footprint
4. Endangered species
5. Sustainable development

A. The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by an individual, company, or country.
B. The variety of plant and animal life in the world or a particular habitat.
C. A species at risk of extinction due to human activities or natural causes.
D. Long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions.
E. Economic growth that meets the needs of the present without harming future generations.

Part 3: Short Answer Questions

1. Name three ways people can reduce pollution.
2. Why is recycling important for the environment?
3. What are the consequences of global warming?
4. How does deforestation affect wildlife?
5. What actions can governments take to protect nature?