Climate Change Quiz

Which of the following are greenhouse gases, which trap heat in the earth’s atmosphere? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

• Sulfur hexafluoride

• Methane

• Nitrous Oxide

• Carbon Dioxide

Which of the following are some of the impacts that climate change may have on our health, environment, and economy? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

• More frequent and intense heat waves.

• Expanding range for plants and animal species in ways that upset the balance of natural ecosystems.

• More frequent and intense extreme weather events, such as storms, floods, and wildfires.

• Rising sea levels and increased coastal flooding.

• Changes to the length of the growing season for plants in certain regions.

Which of the following actions could you take to help lessen the impacts of climate change? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

• Sealing and insulating your windows and doors to save energy.

• Biking, walking, carpooling, and using public transportation when possible.

• Saving water by using low-flow fixtures or taking shorter showers.

• Reducing your food waste by buying only what you need, composting food scraps, and donating unused food to food banks.

• Getting involved with your community, local governments, and neighborhood councils.

Which of these factors most contributes to current global warming?

• Sunspots

• The hole in the ozone layer

• Littering

• Carbon dioxide emissions

Climate change is heating the world evenly

• True

• False

Climate change and extreme weather are linked

• True

• False