The Origin of Earth Day Explained
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History, Geography, Science, Biology
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10th Grade - University
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main reason behind the first Earth Day in 1970?
To support political campaigns
To promote new technology
To raise awareness about environmental issues
To celebrate the achievements of environmentalists
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was inspired by the youth-led anti-war movement to propose the first Earth Day?
Gaylord Nelson
The US President
Greta Thunberg
A Native American tribe
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What significant event in 1969 contributed to the environmental movement?
A forest fire in the Amazon
A hurricane in Florida
An oil spill off the California coast
A major earthquake
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which agency was created as a result of the first Earth Day's influence?
The Environmental Protection Agency
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The Federal Bureau of Investigation
The Department of Education
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is Earth Day recognized today?
As a small local event
As a religious holiday
As the largest non-religious event in the world
As a national holiday in the US
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