y8u1t2 - Climate Change

What is the potential consequence of a 3°C global warming?

• a) Slight temperature increase
• b) Catastrophic heatwaves
• c) Mild precipitation changes
• d) Enhanced crop growth

Which statement accurately represents the world's current warming?

• a) The world has warmed between 0.5°C and 0.7°C.
• b) The world has warmed between 1.1°C and 1.3°C.
• c) The world's temperature has remained stable.
• d) The world has cooled by 0.2°C.

How might a 3°C rise in global temperatures impact European cities?

• a) Cooler temperatures
• b) Increased rainfall
• c) More extreme heatwaves
• d) Less storm surges

What contributes to the vulnerability of cities to climate events?

• a) Cities are less populated than the countryside.
• b) Cities have less infrastructure.
• c) Cities are cooler than surrounding areas.
• d) Cities are hotter and denser than surrounding areas.

In a 3°C world, how might prolonged droughts impact small-scale farmers?

• a) Increased crop yields
• b) Reduced vulnerability
• c) Improved irrigation systems
• d) Increased poverty and malnutrition

What is a wet-bulb temperature?

• a) A measure of humidity levels
• b) A measure of heat and humidity
• c) A measure of wind speed
• d) A measure of cloud cover

What is the human limit for wet-bulb temperatures before it becomes dangerous?

• a) 30°C
• b) 35°C
• c) 40°C
• d) 45°C

How might rising sea levels impact low-lying cities?

• a) No impact on coastal areas
• b) Increased agricultural productivity
• c) Flooding and displacement of populations
• d) Enhanced coastal tourism

What effect might a 3°C world have on migration patterns?

• a) Decreased migration due to better conditions
• b) No change in migration patterns
• c) Increased migration due to improved agricultural practices
• d) Increased migration due to climate disasters

What is the primary message conveyed about adaptation and mitigation?

• a) Adaptation alone can completely eliminate suffering.
• b) Mitigation efforts are unnecessary.
• c) Both adaptation and mitigation are essential.
• d) Adaptation is more important than mitigation.