Al Gore Nobel Peace Prize Quiz

What date was Al Gore's Nobel Lecture delivered?

• December 10, 2007

• January 1, 2007

• November 5, 2007

• March 15, 2007

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What was Alfred Nobel's profession?

• Chemist and engineer

• Doctor

• Lawyer

• Teacher

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What nickname was unfairly given to Alfred Nobel?

• The Merchant of Peace

• The Merchant of Death

• The Merchant of Science

• The Merchant of Wealth

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What does the Nobel Peace Prize encourage people to do?

• Write books

• Act against climate change

• Travel the world

• Invent new technologies

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What significant choice did Alfred Nobel make after facing condemnation?

• To create a new invention

• To serve the cause of peace

• To write a book

• To travel the world

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What does Al Gore suggest is necessary to solve the crisis?

• Ignoring the problem

• Acting boldly, decisively, and quickly

• Waiting for natural healing

• Relying on technology alone

What does Al Gore imply is necessary for addressing the planetary emergency?

• More research

• Immediate action

• Ignoring the problem

• Waiting for future generations

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What does Al Gore say about the ability to solve the crisis?

• It is impossible

• It is within our capability

• It is unnecessary

• It is already solved

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What is causing major cities in North and South America, Asia, and Australia to run out of water?

• Overpopulation

• Massive droughts and melting glaciers

• Industrial pollution

• Lack of rainfall

What is the meaning of "out of kilter" as used in the text?

• In perfect condition

• Not functioning right

• Balanced

• Overloaded

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