Quiz 2 review: Tragedy of the commons and Ecological Footprint

What is an ecological footprint?

• footprint of earths resources in relation to the rest of the world
• visual of an individuals usage in relation to the rest of the world
• the use of resources
• The use of footprints in relation to the rest of the world

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of these is not an example of a commons?

• Aquifers
• The ocean
• Privately owned farms
• Highways

What is the definition of ecological footprint?

• is the footprint of ecologist
• is a measure of the impact living things have on the environment.
• is a kind of plant that grows in the rainforrest.
• a measure of the impact humans have on the environment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Using resources in such a way that we continue living in a developed world, but at the same time we protect the environment. This is the definition of:

• Suspensability
• Ecology
• Sustainability
• Ecological precautions

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

The lorax realized that the trufulla trees were like a commons and would eventually

• overpopulate the area
• destroy the land
• become underappreciated and therefore leave the area
• Become depleted over time

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource?

• Fisheries
• Timber
• Copper
• Fertile soil

What can be done to solve problems related to the tragedy of the commons?

• Privatization
• Regulations, restrictions and quotas
• Public education
• All of the above

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-ETS1-1

True or false: As populations grow, the tragedy of the commons will become more of a problem.

• True
• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

What is a non renewable resource?

• water
• wind
• coal
• biomass

Do renewable energy sources run out?

• Yes 
• No