Global Water Crisis Quiz

What is the main cause of the water crisis in Cape Town, South Africa?

• Climate change

• Severe drought

• Excessive population

• Industrial pollution

What percentage of people on Earth can count on having running water in their homes?

• 70%

• 80%

• 50%

• 90%

Which city is facing the possibility of becoming the first major city in the world to run out of water?

• São Paulo

• Melbourne

• Cape Town

• Jakarta

What is the main reason for the sinking of Mexico City?

• Industrial pollution

• Groundwater extraction

• Climate change

• Natural geological process

What is the main cause of the ongoing conflict in Darfur?

• Religious differences

• Economic inequality

• Water scarcity

• Political instability

What is the main challenge in valuing water as an invaluable resource while ensuring everybody has access to it?

• Tying water prices to income

• Encouraging conservation

• Privatizing water sources

• Raising the price of water

What is the main reason for the increase in desalination of ocean water?

• Increased demand for bottled water

• Advancements in technology

• Rising sea levels

• Decrease in freshwater sources

What is the main impact of raising water prices on the poor?

• Encouraging conservation

• Reducing water wastage

• Promoting water rights

• Putting pressure on family budgets