8th Grade Sustainable Development Quiz

What is the primary goal of sustainable development?

• To reduce population growth

• To ensure well-being of the planet and future generations

• To promote technological advancement

• To maximize economic growth

Who provided a clear definition of sustainable development?

• The United Nations

• The World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED)

• The International Monetary Fund

• The World Health Organization

In what year was the Earth Summit Declaration released?

• 1995

• 2000

• 1990

• 1992

What does sustainable development aim to balance?

• Urban development and rural preservation

• Population control and resource use

• Economic growth, social well-being, and environmental conservation

• Economic growth and technological advancement

What is a key aspect of global cooperation in sustainable development?

• Competing for resources

• Addressing environmental challenges collectively

• Focusing solely on economic growth

• Isolating nations from each other

What is the essence of sustainable development?

• Prioritizing economic growth over all else

• Ignoring future generations

• Finding a balance between current needs and future resources

• Focusing only on current demands

Which of the following actions contributes to environmental control?

• Increasing waste production

• Supporting eco-friendly initiatives

• Using non-renewable resources

• Neglecting energy conservation

What is a significant outcome of the Earth Summit Declaration?

• Increased pollution levels

• Principles for sustainable resource use

• Decreased international cooperation

• Focus on economic growth only

How can individuals help in sustainable development?

• By ignoring environmental issues

• By promoting unsustainable practices

• By increasing their carbon footprint

• By conserving energy and reducing waste

What is the focus of sustainable development regarding future generations?

• Maximizing current consumption

• Compromising their needs for current benefits

• Ensuring they can meet their own needs

• Ignoring their existence