Earth Day

What major change happened about a hundred years ago affecting the environment?

• Introduction of the internet

• Start of the industrial revolution

• Creation of harmful technologies

• Discovery of electricity

What was the significant event that took place on April 22nd, 1970?

• The first man landed on the moon

• The first Earth Day protest

• The invention of the first car

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

How can using natural light instead of electric lamps help the planet?

• By increasing electricity bills

• By making the house brighter

• By reducing electricity usage

• By improving sleep quality

What is the benefit of recycling used plastic, glass, paper, and metal?

• It increases global warming

• It makes products more expensive

• It can become material for new things

• It helps create new jobs

Why is planting a tree beneficial for the environment?

• Trees can live without water

• Trees produce oxygen needed for breathing

• Trees are a source of food for humans

• Trees produce carbon dioxide