California's Water Crisis Quiz

What is one major consequence of California's prolonged mega drought?

• Improved water quality

• Rising sea levels

• Decreased agricultural output

• Increased rainfall

Why are California's water rights laws considered problematic?

• They are simple and easy to understand

• They were created during an unusually wet period

• They were established during a dry period

• They prioritize urban areas over agriculture

What is a mega drought?

• A short-term dry spell

• A drought lasting several decades

• A drought that affects only urban areas

• A period of excessive rainfall

How does climate change exacerbate the effects of a mega drought?

• By raising average temperatures

• By increasing soil moisture

• By decreasing temperatures

• By reducing the frequency of droughts

What could be a major impact on the U.S. if California runs out of water?

• Less migration to urban areas

• More rainfall in California

• Increase in food prices

• Decrease in food prices

Which area is likely to receive climate refugees from California?

• The East Coast

• The Southern United States

• The Pacific Northwest

• The Midwest

What is desalination?

• A method to increase rainfall

• A process to remove salt from seawater

• A way to store rainwater

• A technique to reduce water usage

What is a significant drawback of desalination?

• It reduces water prices

• It requires little energy

• It produces brine that can harm marine life

• It is inexpensive

Why is desalination not the perfect solution for California's water issues?

• It solves all water problems

• It is too cheap

• It requires no energy

• It is part of a multi-pronged approach

What is considered the best option for managing California's water crisis?

• Conservation

• Increased irrigation

• Desalination

• Building more reservoirs