Quiz-Climate Change Adaptation

What does climate change adaptation refer to?

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

• Adjusting to current or expected climate impacts

• Installing solar panels

• Planting trees to absorb CO₂

Which of the following is an example of climate change mitigation?

• Drought-resistant crops

• Renewable energy

• Early warning systems

• Building sea walls

What is the purpose of early warning systems in climate change adaptation?

• To increase energy efficiency

• To plant more trees

• To prepare communities for extreme weather events

• To reduce carbon emissions

What does climate change maladaptation mean?

• Using renewable energy sources

• Unintentional increase in vulnerability

• Combining mitigation and adaptation

• Effective adaptation measures

Which of the following is an example of maladaptation?

• Installing green roofs

• Building urban parks

• Using air conditioning during heat waves

• Integrating trees into agriculture

What is the goal of reforestation in climate change mitigation?

• To develop early warning systems

• To absorb CO₂ and enhance carbon sinks

• To increase heat in cities

• To build sea walls

What does the term 'adaptigation' refer to?

• Ignoring climate impacts

• Only adaptation measures

• Only mitigation measures

• Combining elements of both adaptation and mitigation

Which of the following is an example of green infrastructure?

• Building sea walls

• Installing green roofs

• Using fossil fuels

• Planting drought-resistant crops

What is a consequence of overusing water resources in response to drought?

• Improved biodiversity

• Harming downstream ecosystems

• Increased carbon sequestration

• Enhanced crop resilience

What is the primary focus of climate change mitigation?

• Preventing greenhouse gas emissions

• Adjusting to climate impacts

• Building infrastructure

• Increasing energy demand