Understanding Natural Resource Conservation

What is a natural resource that humans use in construction?

• Plastic

• Wood

• Glass

• Steel

Which of the following is a reason why conserving natural resources is important?

• It helps in increasing pollution.

• It ensures resources are available for future generations.

• It makes resources more expensive.

• It reduces the need for recycling.

Identify a method to conserve natural resources.

• Burning more coal

• Using more plastic bags

• Recycling paper

• Increasing water usage

How do humans use natural resources in agriculture?

• By using solar panels

• By planting trees

• By using soil and water to grow crops

• By building skyscrapers

Explain why reducing the use of plastic is important for conserving natural resources.

• It increases the demand for oil.

• It helps in saving marine life and reduces pollution.

• It makes plastic more expensive.

• It encourages the use of more plastic.

Which of the following is an example of reusing a product?

• Throwing away old clothes

• Using a glass jar as a storage container

• Buying new plastic bottles

• Disposing of paper in the trash

What is one way humans use natural resources in transportation?

• By using bicycles

• By using gasoline in cars

• By walking

• By using electric scooters

Why is it important to recycle aluminum cans?

• It increases the amount of waste in landfills.

• It saves energy and reduces the need for mining new aluminum.

• It makes aluminum more expensive.

• It decreases the demand for aluminum.

Identify a way to reduce water usage at home.

• Leaving the tap running while brushing teeth

• Taking shorter showers

• Watering the garden every day

• Washing clothes in small loads

How can using public transportation help conserve natural resources?

• It increases the use of personal vehicles.

• It reduces the consumption of gasoline and decreases pollution.

• It makes public transport more expensive.

• It encourages more road construction.