Cultural Studies- Role of Technology in Environmental Solutions

What is technology?

• Only electronic devices

• Tools, machines, and systems used to solve problems

• Only computers and the internet

• A way to make tasks easier using scientific knowledge

How can technology harm the environment?

• It creates more forests

• It reduces pollution

• It has no impact

• It leads to e-waste and carbon emissions

True or False: Technology always helps the environment and has no negative effects.

• True

• False

What is the key difference between renewable and non-renewable energy?

• They both last forever

• Non-renewable energy is unlimited

• Renewable energy cannot be replenished

• Renewable energy comes from sources that won’t run out

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Solar power

• Wind power

• Hydropower

• Coal

Why is solar power considered an effective renewable energy source?

• It produces pollution

• It is non-renewable

• It works only at night

• The sun is an unlimited energy source

True or False: Fossil fuels are examples of renewable energy sources.

• True

• False

True or False: Technology alone can completely fix all environmental problems.

• True

• False

What is a benefit of using technology to remove plastic from oceans?

• It increases pollution

• It makes plastic more expensive

• It does not affect marine life

• It helps protect marine life and improves water quality

Which of these is a challenge of using ocean-cleaning technology?

• It solves all pollution issues

• It has no limitations

• It is free to implement

• It may be expensive and does not stop plastic use