Climate Change and Dietary Choices Quiz

What is the equivalent of emitting 330 grams of carbon in terms of driving?

• Driving a car one mile

• Driving a car two miles

• Driving a car three miles

• Driving a car four miles

What happens to emissions if beef is replaced with chicken?

• Emissions double

• Emissions remain the same

• Emissions drop five-fold

• Emissions increase slightly

What percentage of global greenhouse gas emissions is accounted for by livestock?

• 10 percent

• 14 percent

• 20 percent

• 30 percent

What type of animals are mentioned as being particularly gassy?

• Pigs and chickens

• Cows and sheep

• Horses and goats

• Dogs and cats

What is the author's personal conflict regarding food choices?

• Health concerns

• Environmental impact

• Taste preferences

• Cost of food

What is one way ranchers in the American West are helping the environment?

• Raising more livestock

• Using more water

• Restoring the land

• Increasing meat production

Which diet is said to have the least impact on the planet?

• Mediterranean diet

• Vegan diet

• Vegetarian diet

• High-protein diet

What is a characteristic of the Mediterranean diet mentioned in the video?

• High in red meat

• Low in plant-based foods

• Less meat-heavy

• High in dairy products

What percentage of global warming pollution could be solved by switching to a Mediterranean diet by 2050?

• 5 percent

• 10 percent

• 15 percent

• 20 percent

What is the environmental impact of the Mediterranean diet compared to vegan and vegetarian diets?

• More meat-heavy

• Similar

• Less plant-based

• Higher emissions