Sustainability Quiz

What is sustainability?

• The idea of using resources without saving for the future

• The idea of recycling more than needed

• The idea that humans must interact with the environment responsibly

• The idea of building more factories

Why is burning fossil fuels a problem?

• They are too expensive to use

• They create pollution and greenhouse gases

• They produce renewable energy

• They are easy to replace

What is a nonrenewable resource?

• A resource that can be used up and not replaced

• A resource that can be recycled

• A resource that is always available

• A resource that produces no pollution

How can construction be more sustainable?

• By using only new materials

• By using more fossil fuels

• By using recycled materials

• By building bigger structures

What is biodiversity?

• The variety of animals and plants in an environment

• The number of buildings in a city

• The amount of pollution in the air

• The size of a forest

How does agriculture contribute to water conservation?

• By using more water than necessary

• By planting crops suited to the climate

• By not using any water at all

• By increasing the size of farms

What is the purpose of solar panels?

• To generate electricity from coal

• To store fossil fuels

• To use power from the sun

• To increase water usage

Why is plastic a problem for the environment?

• It breaks down quickly

• It is biodegradable

• It takes up space in landfills and oceans

• It is easy to recycle

How can individuals reduce their use of fossil fuels?

• By driving more cars

• By biking, walking, or using public transportation

• By using more plastic products

• By building factories

What role do different plants and animals play in an ecosystem?

• They compete for resources

• They help keep the ecosystem active and healthy

• They make the ecosystem less diverse

• They do not interact with each other