Yangtze River Environmental Impact

The Yangtze River, Asia's longest and the world's third longest river, originates in Tibet and flows into the East China Sea. It plays a crucial role in China's economy and ecology, supporting a significant portion of the population and biodiversity. The Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest hydropower station, has both positive and negative impacts, including energy production and environmental disruption. The river faces challenges like pollution, overfishing, and species endangerment, necessitating conservation efforts.

Which river is the longest in Asia and the third longest in the world?

• Yangtze River

• Nile River

• Amazon River

• Mississippi River

What percentage of China's land mass is covered by the Yangtze River basin?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the primary grain produced in the Yangtze River basin?

• Rice

• Barley

• Corn

• Wheat

How many species of fish are found in the Yangtze River region?

• 478

• 378

• 578

• 278

What is the world's largest hydropower station located on the Yangtze River?

• Aswan Dam

• Hoover Dam

• Itaipu Dam

• Three Gorges Dam

Approximately how many people were relocated due to the construction of the Three Gorges Dam?

• 1.5 million

• 500,000

• 1 million

• 2 million

Which endangered species is found in the bamboo forests of the upper Yangtze region?

• Giant Panda

• Red Panda

• Snow Leopard

• Siberian Tiger

Where can the Chinese alligator be found?

• Upper Yangtze River

• Yangtze River Delta

• Lower Yangtze River

• Middle Yangtze River

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the health of the Yangtze River?

• Climate change

• Deforestation

• Overfishing

• Volcanic eruptions

What has doubled in the Yangtze River and its lakes as China's economy has developed?

• Tourism

• Water levels

• Pollution

• Fish population