Climate Change Quiz

What is the main driver of climate change since the 1800s?

• Changes in ocean currents

• Human activities

• Large volcanic eruptions

• Natural shifts in the sun's activity

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What do greenhouse gas emissions do to the Earth?

• Decrease sea levels

• Trap the sun's heat

• Increase rainfall

• Cool the Earth's surface

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Which gases are the main contributors to climate change?

• Carbon dioxide and methane

• Argon and krypton

• Oxygen and nitrogen

• Helium and neon

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What is a major source of methane emissions?

• Hydroelectric dams

• Agriculture

• Wind turbines

• Solar panels

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How much warmer is the Earth's surface now compared to the late 1800s?

• 0.5°C

• 2.0°C

• 1.2°C

• 3.5°C

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What is one of the consequences of climate change?

• Increased biodiversity

• Stable sea levels

• Intense droughts

• Decreased global temperatures

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Which group of countries accounted for more than half of all global greenhouse gas emissions in 2023?

• The six biggest emitters

• The 45 least developed countries

• All African countries

• All European countries

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What is the target global temperature rise limit to avoid the worst climate impacts?

• 2.0°C

• 0.5°C

• 1.5°C

• 3.0°C

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What is a necessary action to keep warming below 1.5°C?

• Increase oil consumption

• Increase coal production

• Cut emissions in half by 2030

• Stop using solar energy

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What is one benefit of early warning systems for disasters?

• They are very costly

• They cause more disasters

• They save lives and property

• They increase property damage

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