Natural Resources Quiz

What is the most abundant mineral resource in the Philippines?

• Copper

• Nickel

• Gold

• Iron

Which country in the Pacific Ring of Fire has the most active volcanoes?

• Chile

• Philippines

• Japan

• Indonesia

How does the Philippines rank in terms of gold reserves globally?

• 3rd

• 1st

• 2nd

• 4th

Water, plants, and animals are some of the things that we gather from our environment to sustain our needs. What is the best description of these things?

• Nature's Gift

• Living Things

• Natural Resources

• Non-Living Things

Which natural resource is the Philippines known for exporting the most?

• Coconut products

• Rice

• Pineapple products

• Banana products

Which of the following list includes ALL renewable energy resources?

• Hydropower, solar, geothermal

• Solar, coal, natural gas

• Crude oil, hydropower, wind

• Natural gas, crude oil, biomass

How does the presence of natural resources impact the economy of the Philippines?

• Natural resources have no impact on the economy of the Philippines

• The presence of natural resources leads to economic stagnation in the Philippines

• Natural resources in the Philippines only benefit foreign investors, not the local economy

• Natural resources can boost the economy through export revenue, job creation, and increased investment, but they can also pose challenges like resource depletion and environmental damage.

Teacher Elvs asked Zac if the Philippines’ location in the Pacific Ring of Fire has a relationship to its rich mineral deposits. Zac answered yes. Do you think his answer is correct?

• Yes, countries which are part of the Pacific Ring of Fire have rich mineral deposits because of the presence of many active volcanoes.

• Yes, countries which are part of the Pacific Ring of Fire have many underground caves where people can mine the mineral deposits.

• No, the rich mineral deposits in our country is not influenced by our position in the Pacific Ring of Fire.

• No, the rich mineral deposits in our country is because the Philippines is located near the equator.

What role do natural resources play in the cultural heritage of the Philippines?

• Filipino culture is not influenced by natural resources

• Natural resources have no impact on Filipino culture

• Natural resources only affect the economy, not culture

• Natural resources have influenced traditional crafts, cuisine, folklore, and livelihoods of the Filipino people.

How do natural resources in the Pacific Ring of Fire contribute to biodiversity?

• Volcanic eruptions destroy habitats and reduce biodiversity.

• Tectonic activity leads to the extinction of species in the region.

• Mineral extraction in the area results in the decline of plant and animal populations.

• Geothermal energy and mineral deposits create unique habitats supporting diverse ecosystems and species.