Earth Day Knowledge Assessment

The video provides an overview of Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22 to support environmental protection. It traces the history of Earth Day from its inception in 1970, highlighting its global impact and the creation of significant environmental laws. The video also discusses the 2021 Earth Day poster and encourages viewers to engage in sustainable practices and participate in Earth Day activities.

What is the primary purpose of Earth Day?

• To demonstrate support for environmental protection

• To honor historical figures

• To celebrate the planet's biodiversity

• To promote space exploration

In which year was the first Earth Day celebrated?

• 1970

• 1990

• 1980

• 1965

Who proposed the idea of Earth Day at a UNESCO conference?

• Rachel Carson

• John McConnell

• Al Gore

• Greta Thunberg

Which significant environmental agency was created as a result of the first Earth Day?

• World Wildlife Fund

• Friends of the Earth

• Greenpeace

• United States Environmental Protection Agency

What major environmental event did Earth Day 1990 help pave the way for?

• Kyoto Protocol

• Paris Agreement

• United Nations Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro

• Montreal Protocol

What does the deer symbolize in the official Earth Day 2021 poster?

• Strength and power

• Peace, serenity, and kindness

• Speed and agility

• Wisdom and intelligence

What does the sun represent in the Earth Day 2021 poster?

• The passage of time

• Warmth and comfort

• The cycle of life

• Prosperity through life-giving energy

What is one of the suggested actions to take on Earth Day?

• Planting trees in urban areas

• Organizing a community parade

• Shifting to a more sustainable economy

• Hosting a wildlife photography contest

What is the goal of joining the global movement on Earth Day?

• To win prizes

• To meet celebrities

• To travel the world

• To understand environmental issues and be part of the solution

What should individuals consider about their daily conduct on Earth Day?

• Where their trash goes and how they use resources

• How often they travel

• How they dress

• What they eat for breakfast