Understanding Climate Change Quiz

What is the difference between climate and weather?

• Climate changes daily, while weather is long-term patterns

• Weather changes daily, while climate is long-term patterns

• Weather and climate mean the same thing

• Climate only refers to temperature

What is climate change?

• A temporary change in weather

• A significant long-term change in climate patterns

• Changes in weather forecasts

• A seasonal variation in temperatures

Which of the following is a natural cause of climate change?

• Deforestation

• Industrial pollution

• Volcanic eruptions

• Burning fossil fuels

What is the greenhouse effect?

• The trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere

• The cooling of Earth's surface

• The growth of plants in greenhouses

• A method used to generate electricity

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

• Carbon dioxide

• Oxygen

• Methane

• Nitrous oxide

Which activity contributes most to greenhouse gas emissions?

• Using renewable energy

• Planting trees

• Burning fossil fuels

• Reducing waste

What human activity is a major contributor to deforestation?

• Planting more trees

• Expanding agriculture

• Using solar panels

• Recycling materials

What type of gas is released in large quantities from livestock farming?

• Carbon dioxide

• Oxygen

• Methane

• Helium

What is one piece of evidence for climate change?

• More stable weather patterns

• Decreased global temperatures

• Melting ice caps

• Less extreme weather events

How much has the Earth's average temperature increased since the 19th century?

• 0.5°C

• 0.9°C

• 1.62°C

• 3°C