Exploring Earth Day Concepts

Who was the founder of Earth Day?

• President of the USA

• Senator Gaylord Nelson

• A group of students

• A famous scientist

What was the primary reason for the creation of Earth Day?

• To celebrate national holidays

• To support global peace

• To increase industrial production

• To promote environmental conservation

What year was the first Earth Day held?

• 1960

• 1980

• 1970

• 1990

What significant action did car makers have to take after the first Earth Day?

• Stop car production

• Introduce electric cars

• Increase car prices

• Reduce car pollution

What is a common recycling project for children?

• Building robots

• Collecting and recycling paper, glass, and plastic

• Reading books

• Painting

How did Earth Day influence global environmental laws?

• Stronger protection laws were enacted

• No significant changes

• Only local changes were made

• Decreased focus on the environment

Which activity is commonly done in the United States and Canada during Earth Day?

• Playing sports

• Planting trees

• Dancing in parades

• Singing national anthems

Which country's students plant vegetable gardens on Earth Day?

• Canada

• Russia

• India

• Australia

What is one way families can conserve water on Earth Day?

• Taking longer showers

• Using more water in cooking

• Turning off the tap while brushing teeth

• Watering plants more frequently

What can be recycled to help the environment?

• Plastic bags only

• Glass only

• Cell phones and batteries

• Food waste