Climate Change and Personal Action Quiz

What is the average carbon dioxide emission of an American per year?

• 30 tons

• 10 tons

• 18 tons

• 25 tons

Which of the following is a simple way to reduce energy consumption at home?

• Using incandescent bulbs

• Washing clothes in hot water

• Leaving windows open

• Installing a programmable thermostat

What is one dietary change that can significantly reduce carbon emissions?

• Eating more processed foods

• Eating more red meat

• Consuming more locally produced foods

• Drinking bottled water

What is a benefit of carpooling to work?

• Increases traffic

• Decreases social interaction

• Reduces emissions

• Increases fuel consumption

How can communities contribute to reducing carbon footprints?

• By promoting smart energy choices

• By discouraging public transport

• By encouraging the use of non-renewable energy

• By ignoring energy efficiency

What percentage of national emissions can personal choices control?

• 10%

• 25%

• 40%

• 60%

What is the role of government in addressing climate change?

• To reduce renewable energy use

• To act according to public demand

• To ignore public concerns

• To increase carbon emissions

What is the main message Citizens Climate Lobby wants to convey?

• Increase fossil fuel usage

• Implement a price on carbon

• Ignore climate change

• Reduce renewable energy

What is a key action individuals can take to influence climate policy?

• Ignore climate issues

• Support non-renewable energy

• Contact elected representatives

• Avoid voting

What is the significance of the Climate Solutions Caucus?

• It has equal representation from both parties

• It only includes Republicans

• It focuses on increasing emissions

• It only includes Democrats