Climate Change Module One

What is the primary cause of the greenhouse effect?

• The reflection of sunlight by the Earth's surface
• Gases in the atmosphere such as carbon dioxide and methane
• A phenomenon known as the ozone layer
• The depletion of natural resources

Which of the following is a human activity that drives up the Earth's temperature?

• Burning fossil fuels
• Planting trees
• Recycling and waste reduction
• Using public transportation

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between greenhouse gases and climate change?

• Greenhouse gases only affect weather patterns, not temperature
• Greenhouse gases cool the Earth's atmosphere
• Greenhouse gases have no effect on climate change
• Greenhouse gases trap heat, contributing to global warming

How have human activities contributed to the increase in Earth's temperature since the Industrial Revolution?

• By promoting sustainable agricultural practices
• By reducing the use of renewable energy sources
• By increasing the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere through fossil fuel burning
• By planting more trees to absorb carbon dioxide

What has been the trend of atmospheric CO2 levels in recent history?

• They have decreased significantly
• They have fluctuated without any clear trend
• They have remained stable for thousands of years
• They have reached unprecedented levels in hundreds of thousands of years

What effect does the melting of ice sheets have on sea levels?

• It causes sea levels to rise
• It has no effect on sea levels
• It stabilizes sea levels
• It causes sea levels to decrease

Which of the following best describes a challenge posed by changes in weather patterns due to climate change?

• Decreased global temperatures
• Stable agricultural conditions
• Increased frequency of droughts and floods
• More predictable weather patterns

What is one of the main effects of warmer temperatures on weather events?

• Increased stability in climate
• More extreme weather events
• Less severe weather patterns
• Decreased rainfall

What is one consequence of climate change on human health?

• Increased agricultural productivity
• Decreased levels of air pollution
• Higher rates of asthma and heart disease due to smog
• Improved access to clean water

Which renewable energy source is mentioned as a potential solution to combat climate change?

• Natural gas
• Solar energy
• Coal
• Nuclear energy