Taiwan's Environmental Challenges and Solutions Quiz

What is one of Taiwan's most pressing environmental problems?

• Deforestation

• Water scarcity

• Waste disposal

• Air pollution

By what percentage did Taipei see a reduction in garbage volume after the new collection program?

• 25%

• 30%

• 35%

• 40%

What method did Taipei city use to change the trash collection fee payment?

• Based on water consumption

• Based on the actual quantity of garbage produced

• Based on income level

• Based on household size

What is a significant drawback of using incinerators for waste disposal?

• They are environmentally friendly

• They are inexpensive to build

• They can cause unhealthy situations for nearby residents

• They do not pollute the air

What percentage of Taiwan's garbage is composed of recyclable materials according to an EPA study?

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

• 60%

What was the main reason residents initially ignored recycling efforts in Taipei?

• They did not have access to recycling bins

• They were not charged for trash collection

• They found it inconvenient

• They were unaware of the program

What is one consequence of landfills in Taiwan?

• They create more jobs

• They increase wildlife habitats

• They use up available land

• They improve air quality

What action did some residents take to avoid paying collection fees?

• They recycled more

• They moved to another city

• They took their trash to neighboring communities

• They reduced their waste production

What is the main goal of the new garbage collection system in Taipei?

• To eliminate all waste

• To improve public transportation

• To reduce the amount of garbage produced

• To increase the number of landfills

What does the Taipei city government's program serve as for other cities?

• A warning

• A lesson

• A challenge

• An example