Sustainability & Recycling Quiz (Jr.Rangers)

Which of these CANNOT be Recycled?

• wood

• canned drinks

• lightbulbs

• plastic bottles

Explain why it is important to reduce waste.

• Reducing waste has no impact on the environment

• Waste reduction leads to resource depletion

• Increasing waste production is beneficial for ecosystems

• It is important to reduce waste to protect the environment, conserve resources, reduce pollution, and minimize the impact on ecosystems and human health.

Name one renewable energy source.

• Nuclear Energy

• Hydropower

• Fossil Fuels

• Solar power

Which of the following is a greenhouse gas?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Methane

• Nitrous Oxide

• All of the above

What can be done to reduce water waste?

• Ignore leaks and water wastage

• Leave taps running constantly

• Fix leaks, use water-saving appliances, take shorter showers, turn off the tap while brushing teeth, and collect rainwater for outdoor use.

• Take longer showers

How does recycling help the environment?

• Recycling consumes more energy

• Recycling reduces waste, conserves resources, saves energy, and decreases pollution.

• Recycling increases waste production

• Recycling depletes resources

Which is the most eco-friendly mode of transportation?

• Cars

• Airplanes

• Bicycles

• Buses

Which day is Earth Day?

• 22nd April

• 9th May

• 12th June

• 3rd Jan

Which country produces the most renewable energy?

• USA

• India

• China

• Russia

How long does a Styrofoam cup take to decompose?

• 1000 Years

• 500 Years

• 50 Years

• 1 Year