Unit 1 - Introduction to Ecology Practice Test

What is development and resource use that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations?

• Ecology

• Environmentalism

• Sustainability

• Biology

Which organization first defined sustainability as we know the word and use it today in reference to the environment?

• United Nations

• USSR

• PETA

• NATO

What is the mobilization of individuals on a local level to initiate change in the community?

• Global Movement

• Lobbying

• Boycotts

• Grassroots Movement

Which of the following is NOT one of the three pillars of sustainability

• Economic Development

• Social Well-Being

• Ocean Management

• Environmental Protection

Which of the three pillars of sustainability includes and increase in wealth and growth in business?

• Economic Development

• Social Well-Being

• Ocean Management

• Environmental Protection

Which of the three pillars of sustainability includes one's quality of life and personal value sets?

• Economic Development

• Social Well-Being

• Ocean Management

• Environmental Protection

Which of the three pillars of sustainability includes the efforts and practices to keep the natural world in-tact, restore damaged ecosystems, and conserve natural resources?

• Economic Development

• Social Well-Being

• Ocean Management

• Environmental Protection

What is a company's commitment to contribute to the well-being of society and the environment through self-regulation and holding themselves accountable for their action and policies?

• Grassroots Movement

• Greenwashing

• Corporate Social Responsibility

• Zero Carbon Footprint

What is a company providing misleading information or intentionally misrepresenting a company’s green initiatives or environmental impact as a way to attract or retain consumers?

• Grassroots Movement

• Greenwashing

• Corporate Social Responsibility

• Zero Carbon Footprint

What is the amount of resources used to support a business, country, or person?

• Grassroots Movement

• Greenwashing

• Corporate Social Responsibility

• Ecological Footprint