A Level Circular Economy Quiz

What does the circular economy aim to minimize in product design?

• Environmental impact

• Product variety

• Consumer choice

• Marketing costs

In the context of a circular economy, what is emphasized in product design?

• Short product lifespan

• Ease of repair

• High energy usage

• Complex disposal

What is an objective of the circular economy related to energy?

• Increasing energy waste

• Conserving energy

• Ignoring energy efficiency

• Maximizing energy use

Who is responsible to ensure that a circular economy is created?

• Only the government

• Only businesses

• Everyone, including individuals, businesses, and governments

• Only environmental organizations

What are the main principles of the linear economic model?

• Take, make, and dispose

• Recycle, reuse, and reduce

• Save, store, and sell

• Create, consume, and conserve

What happens to products at the end of their life in a linear economy?

• They are recycled

• They are reused

• They are disposed of in landfill

• They are repurposed

Which type of energy is emphasized in a circular economy?

• Fossil fuels

• Nuclear energy

• Renewable or alternative energy

• Coal energy

What is the goal of re-thinking the way we make and use products in a circular economy?

• To increase waste production

• To re-balance our consumption

• To maximize profit

• To reduce product lifespan

How can recycling help in a circular economy?

• By increasing landfill waste

• By reducing the need for new resources

• By promoting single-use products

• By increasing energy consumption

What type of investments might Fairtrade enable producers to make in their communities?

• Building luxury hotels

• Developing local infrastructure

• Investing in stock markets

• Buying sports cars