Climate Change Impact Quiz

How does climate change affect agriculture in the Midwest?

• It reduces the need for fertilizers.

• It has no significant impact on agriculture.

• It causes more frequent and intense precipitation, affecting planting schedules.

• It increases the availability of water for crops.

What is one way cities like Chicago are preparing for future climate changes?

• Planting trees native to colder regions.

• Building more skyscrapers.

• Planting tree species suited to future climates.

• Reducing the number of parks.

What is one of the major urban impacts of climate change in the Midwest?

• Improved public transportation systems.

• Reduction in urban population.

• Increased frequency of 500-year floods.

• Decreased air pollution.

What is the estimated economic impact of climate change on the southern Midwest?

• Economic losses averaging 5-10% of GDP by county.

• Increase in GDP by 5-10%.

• No significant economic impact.

• Economic growth due to increased agricultural yields.

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

• Increase in the number of glaciers.

• More precipitation falling as snow.

• Shorter snow seasons and declining glaciers.

• Decrease in average temperatures.

What is a potential consequence of the decline in glaciers in Montana's Glacier National Park?

• Expansion of the park's boundaries.

• Loss of a UNESCO world heritage site.

• Increase in the number of glaciers.

• Increase in tourism revenue.

How is agriculture in the Northern Plains benefiting from climate change?

• Shorter growing seasons.

• Increased pest resistance.

• Decrease in CO2 levels.

• Ability to grow crops in previously too cold areas.

What challenge does climate change pose to agriculture in the Northern Plains?

• Decrease in crop diversity.

• Shorter daylight hours.

• Increased competition from weeds and invasive species.

• Reduction in soil fertility.

Why is it important to plan for future climate risks?

• To maintain current agricultural practices.

• To reduce the need for technological advancements.

• To avoid being unprepared for extreme weather events.

• To ensure historical climate data remains relevant.

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

• Flying a plane in clear skies.

• Navigating a ship in calm waters.

• Driving on a straight road.

• Driving on a road with curves.