Global Inequality Quiz Prep (Unit 1) - GJ

What is a resource?

• A social service for people
• Anything useful to get things done or meet needs
• A type of food or drink
• A tool used for entertainment

Which of the following is an example of a natural resource?

• Soil
• Electricity
• Plastic
• A smartphone

Why is the use of oil and gas controversial?

• Language barriers
• They pollute the Earth and take millions of years to form
• They are difficult to extract from the Earth
• They are non-renewable

How has technology impacted the consumption of resources?

• By making resources more accessible
• By increasing the efficiency of resource extraction
• By reducing overall consumption of resources
• By introducing new resources into the economy

Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?

• Oil
• Natural gas
• Sunlight
• Coal

What factor contributes to the accessibility of resources?

• All of the above
• Infrastructure
• Technological advancement
• Geographical location

What is the main concern about the reliance on fossil fuels?

• They contribute to environmental degradation
• They can be used indefinitely
• They are easy to find
• They are a renewable resource

Which technology can help manage resources more sustainably?

• Energy-efficient appliances
• Gas-powered vehicles
• Plastic packaging
• Coal-fired power plants

Why might people be interested in studying natural resources?

• To understand how to increase resource depletion
• To ensure sustainable practices and meet the needs of growing populations
• To learn how to exploit them for profit
• To discover new ways of using fossil fuels

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects the accessibility of resources?

• Population density
• Political stability
• Availability of technology
• Economic development