Basic Competencies 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes environmental literacy?

• Understanding how to recycle plastic.

• Learning about climate change effects on biodiversity.

• Understanding the relationship between humans and natural systems.

• Knowing how to plant trees.

Multiple Choice

Which is a key benefit of environmental literacy in schools?

• Reduces outdoor activities.

• Prepares students to solve environmental challenges.

• Increases reliance on fossil fuels.

• Focuses only on academic results.

Multiple Choice

What is the main goal of waste minimization?

• Increase landfill use.

• Reduce hazardous waste and conserve resources.

• Create more packaging waste.

• Eliminate the need for recycling programs.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of reusing materials?

• Throwing away old materials.

• Renovating a building instead of demolishing it.

• Buying new items to replace old ones.

• Sending materials to a landfill.

Fill in the Blank

The 3 R’s of waste minimization are _________, _________, and _________.

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Multiple Choice

Waste minimization reduces workplace hazards and improves safety.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of energy efficiency?

• Using a 60-watt incandescent bulb.

• Using a 12-watt LED bulb for the same output.

• Leaving appliances on when not in use.

• Ignoring energy ratings of devices.

Multiple Choice

What percentage can household energy consumption be reduced by with energy-efficient appliances?

• 10–15%

• 25–30%

• 40–50%

• 5–10%

Multiple Choice

What is a major contributor to global warming?

• Planting trees.

• Deforestation and industrialization.

• Using solar energy.

• Increased agricultural practices.

Fill in the Blank

Loss of biodiversity is caused by habitat _________, pollution, and invasive species.

Poll

What do you think is the most critical issue affecting the environment today?

• Global warming

• Water pollution

• Loss of biodiversity

• Deforestation