GRADE 11 - UNIT 6

What is the meaning of 'atmosphere'?

• A layer of gases surrounding a planet

• A form of pollution

• A type of weather phenomenon

• A measure of temperature

What does 'carbon footprint' refer to?

• A measure of biodiversity

• The weight of carbon in the atmosphere

• A type of environmental disaster

• The total amount of carbon dioxide emitted by an individual

What is the phonetic spelling of 'catastrophic'?

• /ˈkætəˈstrɒfɪk/

• /kætəˈstrəfi/

• /ˈkætəstrɒf/

• /ˈkætəstrəfi/

What does 'deforestation' mean?

• The increase of forested areas

• The conservation of wildlife

• The destruction of forests

• The process of planting trees

What is a synonym for 'disrupt'?

• To break apart

• To maintain

• To enhance

• To support

What does 'emission' refer to?

• The process of recycling

• The creation of waste

• The act of absorbing

• The release of gases

What is the meaning of 'extinct'?

• No longer in existence

• Commonly found

• Living in the wild

• Endangered species

What does 'greenhouse gas' refer to?

• A type of renewable energy

• A type of solid waste

• Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere

• A form of air pollution

What is the meaning of 'famine'?

• A method of food preservation

• A type of agricultural practice

• A severe shortage of food

• A surplus of food

What does 'oil spill' refer to?

• A type of renewable resource

• The release of oil into the environment

• A method of oil extraction

• A form of energy conservation