SWA Environment Impact SS7G6

Which region is experiencing the increasing problem of water pollution according to the material?

• Southwest Asia

• South America

• Western Europe

• North America

What is the main consequence of contaminated water sources in Southwest Asia?

• Increased rainfall

• Reduced amount of clean water available for drinking

• More fish in rivers

• Improved water quality

Why is the per-capita availability of safe drinking water in Southwest Asia considered the worst in the world?

• Because of frequent droughts

• Because of contaminated water sources and water pollution

• Because of too much rainfall

• Because of advanced water purification systems

Suppose you are a government official in Southwest Asia. What would be a logical first step to address the problem of water pollution based on the information provided?

• Increase the price of bottled water

• Implement measures to reduce contamination of water sources

• Encourage people to drink less water

• Import more water from other countries

What are the main sources of pollution problems in Southwest Asia?

• Human sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial waste

• Forest fires, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes

• Plastic waste, oil spills, and air pollution

• Deforestation, mining, and overfishing

How does the rapid growth of industry in cities and towns affect rivers and streams in Southwest Asia?

• It causes garbage and sewage to build up in rivers and streams

• It increases the amount of fish in rivers and streams

• It makes rivers and streams cleaner

• It reduces the amount of water in rivers and streams

What is a consequence of towns not having proper sewer systems?

• Untreated human waste is dumped directly into rivers

• More trees are planted near rivers

• Rivers become less polluted

• Water is filtered before entering rivers

Why can pesticides used in farming be a problem for water sources?

• They are washed into rivers or seep into groundwater

• They help clean the water

• They increase fish populations

• They make water taste better

Suppose a new town is being built in Southwest Asia. What should city planners focus on to prevent water pollution based on the causes listed?

• Building proper sewer systems and managing industrial waste

• Planting more trees and flowers

• Increasing the use of pesticides

• Encouraging more factories to open without regulations

What is a major concern in Southwest Asia according to the provided information?

• Water availability

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

• Overpopulation