Chapter 11 Quiz

What is ship-breaking primarily used for?

• Building new ships

• Extracting raw materials and parts

• Transporting goods

• Fishing

Which of the following is another term for ship-breaking?

• Ship building

• Ship painting

• Ship dismantling

• Ship sailing

What is the main material obtained from ship-breaking?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Scrap

• Fabric

What tools are the workers using?

• Hammers and nails

• Welding torches and cranes

• Paintbrushes and rollers

• Screwdrivers and pliers

What conclusions can you draw about the country’s environmental policies?

• They are very strict

• They are non-existent

• They are moderately enforced

• They are irrelevant

Why do you think ship-breaking is happening at this location?

• It is a tourist attraction

• It is a traditional practice

• It is economically beneficial

• It is a new trend

Do you think this activity is sustainable?

• Yes, it is completely sustainable

• No, it is not sustainable at all

• It is sustainable with regulations

• It is irrelevant to sustainability

What is sustainability?

• The ability to carry on activities indefinitely without depleting resources

• The immediate consumption of resources for short-term gain

• The use of resources that are easily replaceable

• The management of resources for economic profit

Which of the following is an example of an unsustainable resource?

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Geothermal energy

What does stewardship involve?

• Ignoring environmental impacts for economic growth

• Responsible management of land and resources for future generations

• Immediate exploitation of natural resources

• Focusing solely on human needs