Climate Change - Behind The News Article

What is the main idea of the article?

• Scientists are unsure about the cause of climate change.

• Climate change is a minor issue that doesn't affect most people.

• Climate change is a serious, long-term problem that requires global cooperation.

• The Earth's climate has always been stable.

According to David Karoly, what shows that climate change is occurring?

• The increase in fossil fuel prices

• Changes in rainfall and temperature patterns

• The reduction of polar bear populations

• Growth of new forests in cold regions

What role do greenhouse gases play in climate change?

• They cool the Earth by reflecting sunlight.

• They are only produced by natural sources.

• They trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to warming.

• They protect the Earth from UV radiation.

Which gas is identified as the key greenhouse gas increasing due to human activity?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Nitrogen

• Ozone

What is one human activity that increases greenhouse gas emissions?

• Drinking bottled water

• Growing organic food

• Burning fossil fuels

• Recycling plastic

What is the potential consequence of global temperatures rising just a few degrees?

• It will only affect people living in cold regions.

• It may lead to more extreme weather events worldwide.

• It will improve crop growth in most places.

• It will slow down climate change.

What has the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warned about the future?

• Earth’s climate will return to normal soon.

• There is no need to worry about rising temperatures.

• Temperatures may rise to levels not seen in 3 million years.

• Climate change has been permanently reversed.

What does David Karoly suggest is necessary besides reducing emissions?

• Buying more renewable energy stocks

• Adapting to the impacts of climate change

• Avoiding all use of modern technology

• Building more coal power plants

9. Which of the following is a natural cause of climate change mentioned in the article?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Burning fossil fuels

• Deforestation

• Industrial emissions

Which of the following is NOT a human activity that contributes to climate change?

• Use of cars and trucks

• Construction of buildings

• Changes in the Earth’s tilt and orbit

• Airplane emissions