Earth's Climate

• has been stable over the history of our planet

• is changing as a result of natural and human activity

Currently, Earth's climate is

• getting warmer

• not changing

• getting colder

Carbon dioxide levels have been _____ over the past 200 years

• increasing

• staying the same

• decreasing

The polar ice caps are ____________________ due to climate change

• melting

• freezing

• growing larger

Since the polar ice caps are melting, the sea level is

• getting lower

• staying the same

• getting higher

A major impact that is expected as a result of rising global temperature is

• lower water levels in lakes and streams

• rise in sea level resulting in coastline areas being under water

• high water levels in lakes and streams

Which of these can people do in order to reduce global warming and climate change?

• conserve energy

• burn coal

• produce methane gas

• remove trees

What is a sustainable practice to reduce carbon footprint in food consumption?

• Eating locally sourced food

• Growing your own food

• Reducing meat consumption

• Eating organic food

Which of the following activities can reduce the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

• walking instead of using a car

• throwing trash into the local waterways

• using plastic containers for take out foods because its more convenient

• letting the water run while brushing your teeth

What is an effective way to decrease carbon footprint in waste management?

• Composting

• Incineration

• Landfill disposal

• Practicing recycling