Environmental Racism

Residents  _________ about the dirty water for over a year but were _________ and that is how ___________  plays out.

• protested, criticized, environmental racism

• investigated, ignored, environmental racism

• protested, ignored, environmental racism

• investigated, criticized, environmental racism

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

Environmental___________ is a space constructed with the purpose of being a disadvantage for people of color (Black and Brown people).

Which of the following best describes environmental racism?

• A policy or practice that disproportionately affects minority communities negatively

• A policy that promotes environmental sustainability

• A practice that ensures equal environmental benefits for all communities

• A strategy to improve urban green spaces

What is a common consequence of environmental racism in urban areas?

• Increased access to clean water

• Higher levels of air pollution in minority neighborhoods

• Equal distribution of waste management facilities

• Improved public transportation systems

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-ESS3-6

Which of the following is an example of environmental racism?

• Locating a landfill near a predominantly minority community

• Building a park in a low-income neighborhood

• Implementing recycling programs in urban areas

• Providing tax incentives for green energy

How does environmental racism impact public health?

• It leads to improved health outcomes for all communities

• It causes higher rates of asthma and other respiratory issues in affected areas

• It ensures equal access to healthcare facilities

• It reduces the incidence of infectious diseases

What role does government policy play in environmental racism?

• It always prevents environmental racism

• It can either perpetuate or mitigate environmental racism

• It has no impact on environmental racism

• It only affects environmental racism in rural areas

Which scientific method can be used to study the effects of environmental racism?

• Randomized controlled trials

• Longitudinal studies

• Double-blind experiments

• Cross-sectional surveys

What is a potential solution to combat environmental racism?

• Ignoring the issue

• Implementing stricter environmental regulations

• Reducing funding for environmental programs

• Relocating affected communities

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

Which of the following is a real-world example of environmental racism?

• Equal distribution of parks in all neighborhoods

• Higher pollution levels in industrial areas near minority communities

• Universal access to clean drinking water

• Widespread use of renewable energy

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3