GCSE Geography: Food Miles and Carbon Footprints Quiz

What percentage of food is imported into the UK?

• 45%

• 55%

• 35%

• 65%

Which fruit travels the furthest to reach the UK?

• South African apples

• New Zealand lamb

• Blueberries from the USA

• Bananas from the Caribbean

What is the total food miles covered by food imported into the UK each year?

• 35 billion km

• 30 billion km

• 25 billion km

• 20 billion km

Which mode of transport emits the most CO2?

• Container ships

• Lorries

• Trains

• Planes

Why might importing tomatoes from Spain have a lower carbon footprint than growing them in the UK?

• UK has more pests

• Spain uses more efficient transport

• UK uses heated greenhouses

• Spain has better soil

What is a simple way to reduce food-related carbon footprint?

• Use more packaging

• Eat more meat

• Increase imports

• Reduce imports

What is the Red Tractor scheme?

• A transport company

• A greenhouse heating system

• A British produce certification

• A farming equipment brand

What is the main factor contributing to a food's carbon footprint?

• Packaging

• Retail display

• Transportation

• Marketing

Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce food miles?

• Eating seasonal UK produce

• Importing more exotic fruits

• Buying from farmers' markets

• Growing your own food

What is the benefit of using container ships over planes for food transport?

• Lower CO2 emissions

• Faster delivery

• Better food quality

• Higher capacity