Exploring Nature and Personal Insights

Karthik, a 6th grader from Boise, Idaho, discusses environmental awareness and the importance of nature preserves. He admires Ansel Adams for his adventurous spirit and contributions to conservation. Karthik dreams of visiting Alaska to see the northern lights and wildlife. He shares a unique geographical fact about Lake Taal in the Philippines. Karthik envisions a world without national boundaries and highlights the natural beauty of Boise and its surroundings.

What does being 'green' mean according to Karthik?

• Using renewable energy

• Being aware of the environment

• Recycling waste

• Planting trees

Why does Karthik admire Ansel Adams?

• For his paintings

• For his adventurous spirit

• For his scientific discoveries

• For his novels

Which natural phenomenon is Karthik eager to see in Alaska?

• The midnight sun

• The great barrier reef

• The Sahara desert

• The northern lights

What unique feature does the crater lake in the Philippines have?

• It is located in a desert

• It is the deepest lake in the world

• It has a volcanic protrusion inside it

• It is the largest lake in the world

Which island is home to the unique crater lake mentioned by Karthik?

• Luzon

• Borneo

• Java

• Sumatra

What would Karthik do if he had control over Earth for a day?

• Create more national parks

• Remove all national boundaries

• Build more cities

• Increase global trade

What is a notable natural attraction near Boise mentioned by Karthik?

• Niagara Falls

• Grand Canyon

• Camas Centennial Marsh

• Yellowstone National Park

What rare flower blooms in the Camas Centennial Marsh?

• Camas wildflower

• Sunflower

• Rose

• Tulip

What wildlife event did Karthik witness near Boise?

• A snowstorm

• A mass migration of snow bees

• A volcanic eruption

• A solar eclipse

What is Karthik's hometown?

• Boise

• San Francisco

• Seattle

• Portland