Essential Natural Resources For Daily Living

Nutley learns about the importance of natural resources like water, air, trees, and soil. The professor explains how these resources are vital for survival and the need to conserve them. They discuss methods like recycling and protecting wildlife in national parks. Nutley realizes the importance of conserving resources for future generations.

What is the primary reason the professor emphasizes the importance of water as a natural resource?

• It is used for cleaning

• All living things need it to survive

• Because it is abundant

• To keep Nutley smelling fresh

Which natural resource is essential for breathing and is produced by trees?

• Carbon dioxide

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Hydrogen

Why is soil considered a valuable natural resource?

• It is used for building houses

• It is used to farm and grow food

• It is abundant and free

• It is used for making bricks

What does the term 'conserve' mean according to the professor?

• To increase the consumption of resources

• To ignore the use of resources

• To protect and not waste something

• To use something excessively

Which of the following is a method to conserve natural resources?

• Burning more fossil fuels

• Recycling materials

• Using more plastic

• Cutting down more trees

What is the purpose of national parks according to the professor?

• To provide land for farming

• To build more houses

• To protect animals and plants

• To create more roads

What should visitors leave behind when visiting national parks?

• Trash

• Souvenirs

• Footprints

• Graffiti

What is one way to conserve electricity mentioned by the professor?

• Leaving lights on all day

• Increasing the use of air conditioners

• Turning off TVs and lights when not in use

• Using more electronic devices

Why is it important to conserve natural resources for future generations?

• To ensure they have enough resources to live a healthy life

• To reduce the quality of life

• To increase the cost of resources

• To make resources scarce

What name does Nutley consider for his future son, and why?

• Oliver, because it sounds nice

• Maximus, to symbolize strength

• Cornelius, to ensure he has plenty of resources

• Alexander, to honor a historical figure