Understanding Earth Day

Which holiday is considered the largest secular holiday in the world?

• Halloween

• Earth Day

• Valentine's Day

• St. Patrick's Day

What was a major environmental concern in 1969?

• Pollution

• Overpopulation

• Deforestation

• Global warming

What chemical was causing harm to eagle eggs?

• DDT

• Carbon dioxide

• Mercury

• Lead

Who initiated the idea of Earth Day?

• Al Gore

• President Nixon

• Rachel Carson

• Senator Nelson

What was the main goal of the first Earth Day?

• To plant trees

• To raise environmental awareness

• To promote recycling

• To celebrate nature

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How many Americans participated in the first Earth Day?

• 20 million

• 30 million

• 10 million

• 5 million

What significant agency was created after the first Earth Day?

• EPA

• NASA

• FEMA

• NOAA

Which act was NOT mentioned as a result of Earth Day's impact?

• Internet Privacy Act

• Clean Air Act

• Clean Water Act

• Endangered Species Act

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What challenge is proposed to celebrate Earth Day?

• Use public transportation

• Observe nature for 15 minutes

• Plant a tree

• Recycle waste materials

What is the primary message of Earth Day?

• To reduce carbon footprint

• To learn and make wise choices about the environment

• To lobby for policy changes

• To support wildlife conservation

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