Sustainability Quiz

What is sustainability?

• The practice of using natural resources responsibly

• The practice of overusing natural resources

• The practice of wasting natural resources

• The practice of conserving artificial resources

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Why is responsible use of water resources important for sustainability?

• To create more water sources

• To ensure availability for future generations

• To prevent flooding

• To increase water pollution

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What percentage of Earth's land mass was covered by forests in 2015?

• 40%

• 20%

• 30%

• 10%

What is the goal of sustainable forestry?

• To clear as many trees as possible

• To preserve forest ecosystems

• To reduce the number of seedlings planted

• To increase soil erosion

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What is the expected world population by the year 2050?

• 11.5 billion

• 6.5 billion

• 7.8 billion

• 9.8 billion

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What are scientists researching to decrease dependency on fossil fuels?

• Renewable energy sources

• More efficient use of fossil fuels

• Increased drilling for oil

• Burning more coal

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What has the United States military tested as a vehicle fuel alternative to petroleum?

• Natural gas

• Ethanol

• Algae fuel

• Hydrogen fuel cells

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What inventions have been developed to address concerns over freshwater sustainability?

• Drinking straw that filters bacteria

• Desalination machines

• All of the above

• Rainwater harvesters

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What is the main focus of sustainability groups in conserving forests?

• Preserving forest ecosystems

• Preserving habitat for humans

• Conserving lumber for construction

• Increasing soil erosion

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What is the purpose of sustainability in using natural resources?

• To deplete resources faster

• To increase pollution levels

• To support present and future generations

• To waste resources irresponsibly

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