(4/23) Climate Change Review

What is the primary cause of long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns on Earth?

• Natural climate cycles

• Volcanic eruptions

• Human activities

• Solar radiation fluctuations

Without the greenhouse effect, what would Earth's average temperature be?

• 25°C

• 0°C

• 15°C

• -18°C

Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel?

• Natural gas

• Solar energy

• Coal

• Oil

Approximately how much is sea level rising per year?

• 5 millimeters

• 2 millimeters

• 3.3 millimeters

• 1 millimeter

What is a potential consequence of sea level rise by 2100?

• Better fishing conditions

• Threatened millions in coastal areas

• Improved coastal ecosystems

• Increased farmland

Which of the following is NOT an example of an extreme weather event linked to climate change?

• Droughts

• Hurricanes

• Mild rainstorms

• Floods

How does climate change affect agriculture?

• It makes weather more predictable for farmers

• It can lead to food insecurity

• It always improves crop yields

• It eliminates the need for pesticides

What does the acronym 'R' in the 'three R's' of conservation stand for?

• Run, Rest, Repeat

• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

• Read, Write, Arithmetic

• Research, Report, Respond

How can individuals help protect watersheds?

• By paving over natural areas

• By using more chemicals in gardening

• By increasing water usage

• By volunteering for community cleanups

Which of these actions does NOT help conserve water?

• Fixing leaky faucets

• Watering lawns during the hottest part of the day

• Taking shorter showers

• Using a dishwasher instead of hand washing