Climate Change Quiz for Kids

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is temporary, while climate is long-term.

• Weather describes typical conditions, while climate is temporary.

• Weather and climate are the same.

• Weather is long-term, while climate is temporary.

Why is Earth warming?

• Due to greenhouse gases trapping heat.

• Because of the Sun's activity.

• Because of volcanic eruptions.

• Due to the Earth's rotation.

What is climate change?

• A change in typical weather over a long period.

• A temporary change in weather.

• A change in the Earth's rotation.

• A change in the Sun's activity.

How do we know Earth’s climate is getting warmer?

• Through observations using satellites and instruments.

• By measuring the Sun's activity.

• By studying ancient fossils.

• By observing animal behavior.

What does carbon have to do with it?

• Carbon is released when fossil fuels are burned.

• Carbon is not related to climate change.

• Carbon helps cool the planet.

• Carbon is only found in plants.

Has the climate ever changed before?

• Yes, but this time is different.

• No, the climate has always been the same.

• Yes, but only in the last century.

• No, climate change is a new phenomenon.

How are scientists studying climate change?

• Using tools on the ground, in the air, and in space.

• By observing animal behavior.

• By studying historical records.

• By measuring the Sun's temperature.

What does climate change do to the ocean?

• It causes sea levels to rise.

• It makes the ocean colder.

• It has no effect on the ocean.

• It increases fish populations.

Why does climate change matter?

• It affects the health of Earth's plants and animals.

• It only affects humans.

• It has no significant impact.

• It only matters in certain regions.