Environmental Issues Learning Quizzes | Modern Foreign Language Year 11

Question 1

What term describes the rise in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere?

Accepted Answer

Global warming

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Climate change

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Ozone depletion

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Acid rain

Question 2

Which source of energy is not renewable?

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Coal

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Solar power

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Wind power

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Biomass

Question 3

Which action can help reduce air pollution?

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Using public transport

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Burning fossil fuels

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Deforestation

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Industrial emissions

Question 4

The term 'conservation' refers to:

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Preserving and protecting natural resources

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Exploiting natural resources for economic gain

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Sustainably managing natural resources

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Developing new technologies to replace natural resources

Question 5

What is the primary goal of sustainable living practices?

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Ensuring future generations' needs can be met

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Meeting the needs of present generations

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Maximizing economic growth

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Reducing the Earth's biodiversity

Question 6

Which of the following is considered a renewable energy source?

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Wind

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Coal

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Fossil fuels

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Natural gas

Question 7

Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable living?

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Reducing waste and consumption

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Using resources excessively

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Ignoring the environmental impact of actions

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Prioritizing short-term economic gain over long-term environmental health

Question 8

Which of the following is a benefit of participating in recycling?

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Reduced landfill waste

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Increased energy consumption

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Increased pollution

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Depletion of natural resources

Question 9

What term describes the impact of human activities on the natural environment?

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Environmental impact

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Ecological footprint

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Carbon footprint

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Sustainability index

Question 10

What activity is a significant contributor to air pollution in urban areas?

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Vehicle emissions

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Construction sites

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Industrial facilities

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Residential heating

Question 11

Which energy source can be replenished naturally and does not emit greenhouse gases?

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Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Nuclear power

Question 12

What term describes the practice of using resources efficiently and reducing waste?

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Conservation

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Recycling

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Sustainability

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Upcycling

Question 13

What is the primary goal of the Kyoto Protocol?

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To reduce the emission of gases that contribute to global warming

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To protect endangered species

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To promote sustainable development

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To regulate air pollution

Question 14

What is the main responsibility of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)?

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Monitoring and reporting on global environmental issues

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Developing environmental policies

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Managing environmental funds

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Promoting education and awareness about environmental issues

Question 15

What is a primary purpose of an environmental impact assessment?

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To identify and evaluate potential environmental impacts of a project

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To secure approval for a project

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To monitor the environmental performance of a project

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To provide compensation for environmental damage

Question 16

Which of the following gases does NOT contribute significantly to the enhanced greenhouse effect?

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Nitrogen

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

Question 17

What is the primary contributor to acid rain?

Accepted Answer

Burning of fossil fuels

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Deforestation

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Volcanic eruptions

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Agricultural runoff

Question 18

What does 'COP' stand for in the context of international environmental agreements?

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Conference of Parties

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Convention on Protected Areas

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Climate Objectives Protocol

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Council for Ocean Protection

Question 19

What is the term used to describe the irreversible loss of species due to human-induced factors?

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Extinction

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Deforestation

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Pollution

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Climate change

Question 20

What is the primary objective of the Kyoto Protocol?

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To reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change

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To protect endangered species

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To promote sustainable development

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To monitor climate change impacts

Question 21

What is the main purpose of international agreements like the Paris Agreement in tackling environmental issues?

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To create legally binding commitments for countries to reduce emissions and address climate change.

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To provide financial aid to developing countries for environmental projects.

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To only raise awareness about environmental issues.

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To allow countries to avoid their environmental obligations.

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of biodiversity for ecosystem health?

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Reduced competition

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Increased productivity

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Enhanced resilience

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Improved nutrient cycling

Question 23

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

Accepted Answer

Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Nuclear energy

Question 24

What is the term for the process of reducing our impact on the environment by using less energy and resources?

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Conservation

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Sustainability

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Deforestation

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Pollution

Question 25

What is the primary goal of the Kyoto Protocol?

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To reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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To promote sustainable energy use

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To protect endangered species

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To address air pollution

Question 26

What is the term for the ethical principle that considers the needs of future generations?

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Sustainability

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Conservation

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Environmentalism

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Ecology

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Chlorofluorocarbons

Question 28

What is the process by which plants use sunlight to create energy?

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Decomposition

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Combustion

Question 29

What is the primary cause of ocean acidification?

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Increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere

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Industrial pollution

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Agricultural runoff

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Overfishing

Question 30

What is the name of the UN organization responsible for coordinating global environmental action?

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United Nations Environment Programme

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World Health Organization

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Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

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International Monetary Fund

Question 31

Which of these gases is a major contributor to global warming?

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Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen

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Oxygen

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Helium

Question 32

Which of these energy sources is considered renewable?

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Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Nuclear power

Question 33

What is the term used to describe the loss of forests due to human activities?

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Deforestation

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Reforestation

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Afforestation

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Erosion

Question 34

What is the main purpose of the Kyoto Protocol?

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To set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions globally

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To protect and conserve endangered species

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To address ocean pollution

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To promote the rights of indigenous communities

Question 35

What is the primary cause of plastic pollution in the oceans?

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Littering and improper waste disposal

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Industrial waste

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Agricultural runoff

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Sewage

Question 36

Which waste management method is more environmentally friendly than landfilling?

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Recycling

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Composting

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Incineration

Question 37

To combat climate change, which of these actions is effective?

Accepted Answer

Promoting public transport use

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Increasing urban tree cover

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Encouraging bottled water consumption

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Building more houses for population growth

Question 38

What is the leading cause of climate change?

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Human activities releasing greenhouse gases

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Natural fluctuations in the Earth's climate

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Volcanic eruptions

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Solar activity

Question 39

Which of the following is an example of a renewable source of energy?

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Solar power

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Natural gas

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Coal

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Nuclear energy

Question 40

What is the term for the process where species become extinct?

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Extinction

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Climate change

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Habitat destruction

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Conservation

Question 41

Which of the following actions can help reduce your carbon footprint?

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Using public transportation

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Eating meat

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Buying more products

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Flying frequently

Question 42

What is the primary objective of the Kyoto Protocol?

Accepted Answer

To reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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To regulate trade in hazardous substances

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To protect endangered species

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To promote renewable energy

Question 43

Which of the following is a major source of air pollution in urban areas?

Accepted Answer

Vehicle emissions

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Industrial emissions

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Agricultural practices

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Power plants

Question 44

Which of the following is an example of a non-point source of water pollution?

Accepted Answer

Fertilizer runoff from farms

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Oil spills

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Industrial waste

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Sewage treatment plants

Question 45

What is the key purpose of conducting environmental impact assessments?

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To evaluate the potential environmental consequences of proposed actions

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To promote sustainable development

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To punish companies for environmental damage

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To raise awareness about environmental issues