Understanding Climate Change Impacts

How does climate change affect agriculture in the Midwest?

• It makes it easier to predict weather patterns.

• It causes delays in planting due to wet fields.

• It increases the number of crops that can be grown.

• It reduces the need for irrigation.

What is one way cities like Chicago are adapting to climate change?

• By building more skyscrapers.

• By reducing industrial activity.

• By planting trees native to warmer climates.

• By increasing the number of parks.

What economic impact is climate change having on the Midwest?

• Improving air quality

• Reducing insurance costs

• Increasing GDP by 10%

• Decreasing agricultural yields

How has the frequency of floods changed in the Midwest due to climate change?

• Floods have become less frequent.

• Floods are now considered 100-year events instead of 500-year events.

• Floods have remained the same.

• Floods have become 1000-year events.

What is a significant change occurring in the Northern Great Plains due to climate change?

• Decline in glacier numbers

• Increase in forest cover

• Decrease in summer temperatures

• Increase in snowfall

What is a potential benefit of climate change for Northern Plains agriculture?

• Reduced pest populations

• Decreased competition from weeds

• Higher CO2 levels aiding plant growth

• Shorter growing seasons

What challenge does climate change pose for Northern Plains agriculture?

• Increased rainfall

• Spread of invasive species

• Decreased soil fertility

• Shorter daylight hours

Why is it important to plan for future climate risks?

• To reduce the need for technological advancements

• To maintain current agricultural practices

• To ensure economic growth

• To avoid unexpected weather events

What analogy is used to describe the importance of planning for climate change?

• Sailing a ship in calm waters

• Driving on a straight road with a curve ahead

• Climbing a mountain with a clear path

• Walking a straight line in a forest

What is a key strategy to address unavoidable climate risks?

• Building resilience

• Ignoring historical climate data

• Relying solely on technology

• Focusing on short-term solutions