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ESS Unit 4

Total questions: 71

Worksheet time: 39mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

One type of natural resource is water. We can use water to make electricity. This is called .......

a)

Hydro power

b)

Wind power

c)

Nuclear power

d)

Coal power

2.

Sustainable energy................

a)

is clean

b)

can be used over a long period of time

c)

both (a) and (b)

d)

None of the above

3.

What is resource depletion?

a)

Where humans use a resource at a rate that is not sustainable because it cannot be replenished fast enough.

b)

Where humans use a resource at a rate that maintains the supply of the resource.

c)

Where humans use a resource at a rate that is not sustainable because of the changes in the behavior of wildlife.

d)

The use of any resource by humans.

4.

Which of the following is a source of non-renewable energy?

a)

Solar

b)

Methane

c)

Hydroelectric

d)

Coal

5.

What are the primary goals of sustainability?

a)

The end of poverty and hunger

b)

Better standards of education and healthcare - particularly as it pertains to water quality and better sanitation

c)

Sustainable economic growth while promoting jobs and stronger economies

d)

All of the above

6.

Burning of which of the following fuels produces the least amount of carbon dioxide per unit of energy?

a)

Coal

b)

Oil

c)

Natural gas

d)

All of these produce the same amount of carbon dioxide

7.

Which of the following is NOT an example of sustainable consumption?

a)

Developing alternative fuel sources, such as biofuels.

b)

Practicing subsistence farming.

c)

Using environmentally-friendly cleaning products.

d)

Using solar power.

8.

Why is there a lack of enthusiasm from consumers for sustainable consumption?

a)

Because people simply are not aware of the environmental cost of the products they buy and the services they use.

b)

Because the majority of people see the environment as something to be exploited.

c)

Because biodegradable products make up over half of the products on the market, people have an understanding that sustainable consumption is already successful.

d)

Because solar and wind power are leading sources of electricity generation around the world, sustainable consumption of products is seen as less important.

9.

Why are consumption patterns in most industrialised and developed nations considered unsustainable?

a)

They may need to exploit their natural resources to meet their basic living needs.


b)

Their products and services rely on too many natural resources and create harmful emissions when consumed.

c)

They rely heavily on wind power, which is an unsustainable energy source.

d)

They rely heavily on solar power, which is an unsustainable energy source.

10.

How many targets are there?

a)

17

b)

51

c)

169

d)

200

11.

What is SDG #11?

a)

Clean Water & Sanitation

b)

Sustainable Cities & Communities

c)

Life Below Water

d)

Partnerships for the Goals

12.

1. Transport - assess your situation

a)

1. Not sustainable at all 

b)

2. Moderatly  sustainable 

c)

3. Not sustainable enough 

d)

4. Sustainable 

e)

5. Extremely sustainable

13.

Plants release LESS greenhouse gases because:

a)

They use less land.

b)

They use less water.

c)

They use less energy.

d)

They are more tasty.

14.

Economic growth must be inclusive to provide sustainable jobs ands promote equality.

a)

No poverty

b)

Gender equality

c)

Decent work and economic growth

d)

Reduce inequalities

15.

The future we want includes cities of opportunities for all with access to basic services.

a)

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

b)

Life in land

c)

Sustainable cities and communities

d)

Climate action

16.

Many efforts are needed to fully eradicate diseases and emerging health issues

a)

Zero hunger

b)

Good health and well being

c)

Clean water and sanitation

d)

Reduce inequalities

17.

Climate change is a global challenge that does not respect borders

a)

Partnerships for the goals

b)

Affordable and clean energy

c)

Zero hunger

d)

Climate action

18.

Providing women and girls with equal access to education health care and decent work.

a)

Quality education

b)

Gender quality

c)

Reduce inequalities

d)

Peace, justice and strong institutions

19.

Peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development

a)

Affordable and clean energy

b)

Life on land

c)

Reduce inequalities

d)

Peace, justice and strong institutions

20.

Partnerships between governments, the private sector and civil society.

a)

Life below water

b)

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

c)

Zero hunger

d)

Partnerships for the goals

21.

Aims at doing more and better with less

a)

Responsible consumption and production

b)

Life on land

c)

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

d)

Reduce inequialities

22.

If the rate of deforestation is less than the annual growth of the forest, then the forest removal is unsustainable.  True or false

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Environmental indicators and ecological footprints can be used to assess what factor.

a)

Carbon Foot print

b)

Carbon Waste

c)

None of these

24.

An example of an international summit or conference addressing environmental issues is the Kyoto Protocol. True or false.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Examples of non-renewable capital include fossil fuels and mineral. 

a)

Soil

b)

Ozone

c)

Mineral

26.

EIA stands for



(a)  

27.

What is sustainable development?

a)

Sustainable development is the development that disregards the impact on future generations.

b)

Sustainable development is the development that only focuses on the needs of the present generation.

c)

Sustainable development is the development that prioritizes profits over environmental concerns.

d)

Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

28.

Why is sustainable development important for the environment?

a)

Sustainable development has no impact on the environment

b)

Sustainable development only benefits the current generation

c)

The environment does not need protection

d)

Sustainable development helps to protect the environment for future generations.

29.

What are the three pillars of sustainable development?

a)

Financial, Legal, and Medical

b)

Economic, Social, and Environmental

c)

Political, Cultural, and Technological

d)

Educational, Agricultural, and Industrial

30.

How can individuals contribute to sustainable development in their daily lives?

a)

By reducing energy consumption, using public transportation, recycling, conserving water, and supporting sustainable businesses.

b)

By increasing energy consumption and using private transportation

c)

By supporting unsustainable businesses

d)

By not recycling and wasting water

31.

What are some examples of sustainable development projects around the world?

a)

Solar power initiatives in India, reforestation projects in Brazil, sustainable agriculture in Kenya

b)

Oil drilling in the Arctic

c)

Industrial pollution in China

d)

Deforestation in the Amazon

32.

What are the challenges in achieving sustainable development goals?

a)

Complexity of interrelated issues and lack of resources

b)

Simplicity of isolated issues

c)

Overabundance of resources and support

d)

Lack of interest and motivation

33.

How does sustainable development impact economic growth?

a)

Sustainable development has no impact on economic growth

b)

Sustainable development can positively impact economic growth.

c)

Sustainable development only impacts social aspects, not economic growth

d)

Sustainable development negatively impacts economic growth

34.

What role does renewable energy play in sustainable development?

a)

Renewable energy helps in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting energy independence, and creating jobs.

b)

Renewable energy is not reliable enough to meet energy needs

c)

Renewable energy has no impact on sustainable development

d)

Renewable energy is too expensive to be a viable option

35.

How can communities work together to promote sustainable development?

a)

By promoting unsustainable policies and practices

b)

By implementing eco-friendly practices, supporting local businesses, organizing clean-up events, and advocating for sustainable policies.

c)

By ignoring the needs of local businesses

d)

By increasing pollution and waste production

36.



 2025Sustainable Development Goals and targets are to be achieved by-
 
 

 

a)

 2020

b)

2025

c)

2030

d)

2050

37.

In which year did the word ‘sustainable development’ come into existence?

a)

1978

b)

1992

c)

1980

d)

1987

38.

When the consumption of natural resources are equal to

nature’s

 ability to replenish then sustainability is

 

a)

not sustainable

b)

steady state economy

c)

environmentally sustainable

d)

none of the above

39.

As per United Nations, following is (are) the broader issue(s) of human development 

 

 

a)

education

b)

public health

c)

standard of living

d)

all of the above

40.

Sustainable development can be thought of in terms of three spheres i.e.

 

a)

environment, economy and society

b)

environment, economy and equity

c)

environment, ecology and society

d)

environment, economy and ecology

41.

Which household waste has excellent recycling potential ?

a)

Rubber

b)

Metal

c)

Plastic

d)

Vegetable Scrap

42.

Which of the following 'do not' form a part of a strategy of

sustainable development ?

a)

Relying more on Organic Farming

b)

Not compromising on the needs of present needs with respect to future generations

c)

Reducing the use of private vehicles and promoting public transport

d)

Safeguarding the habitats of indigenous communities, flora & fauna

43.

Which of the following are to be managed for Sustainable Development ?

a)

Resources

b)

Crops

c)

Industries

d)

Forests

44.

At the Central Government level which 'Agency' was assigned the role of

implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

a)

The Energy Research Institute (TERI)

b)

Center for Environmental & Sustainable Development of India (CESDI)

c)

National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog

d)

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)

45.

When the consumption of natural resources are equal to nature's ability

to replenish then "Sustainability" is _____

a)

Not Sustainable

b)

Environmentally Sustainable

c)

Steady State Economy

d)

None of them

46.

The technology that meets the sustainable development needs is

often referred to as _____

a)

Appropriate Technology

b)

Advanced Technology

c)

Sustainable Technology

d)

Adaptive Technology

47.

Which of the following is correct when we achieve two out of the three

pillars of Sustainable Development ?

a)

Social + Economic Sustainability = Equitable

b)

Social + Environmental Sustainability = Bearable

c)

Economic + Environmental Sustainability = Viable

d)

All of them

48.

17. Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable (a)   .

49.

SHARE YOUR ANSWERS FOR THE 2ND BLANK.

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat (1)__________, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt (2)__________ loss.

(a)  

50.

14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and (a)   resources for sustainable development.

51.

12. Ensure (a)   consumption and production patterns.

52.

11. Make cities and human (a)   inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.

53.

A sensible consumer...

a)

consume based on their needs but not desires.

b)

consume based on their desires but not needs

c)

follow friends' suggestions and trends blindly.

d)

always bargain no matter what.

54.

As consumers, we should avoid__________________ that leads to _________________.

a)

excessive consumption; waste

b)

bringing our own bags; a shortage of plastic bags we can get from shops

c)

bargaining; shops making less money

d)

buying fake goods; the closing down of fake good shops

55.

Which one below is not a focus of green consumption?

a)

Energy saving

b)

Environmental protection

c)

Sustainable consumption

d)

Materialistic consumption

56.

Which of the following is not part of the Sustainable Development Goals?

a)

Access to sustainable energy for all

b)

Availability of water and sanitation for all

c)

Provision of internet services for all

d)

Promotion of decent jobs for all

57.

Global emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) have increased by almost 80 per cent since 1990

a)

True

b)

False

58.

What is the main greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?

a)

oxygen

b)

carbon dioxide

c)

nitrogen

d)

hydrogen

59.

What does the term "carbon footprint" refer to?

a)

The mark left by walking on a beach

b)

The amount of carbon in a person's diet

c)

The total greenhouse gas emissions associated with an individual or organization

d)

The number of trees planted in a forest

60.

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable practice?

a)

Using single-use plastic bags

b)

Leaving lights on when not needed

c)

Recycling paper and glass

d)

Using fossil fuels exclusively for energy

61.

What is the term for the practice of planting trees to restore or create forests?

a)
afforestation
b)
reforestation
c)
urbanization
d)
deforestation
62.

Which of the following is a non-renewable energy source?

a)
Fossil fuels
b)
Solar power
c)
Wind energy
d)
Hydropower
63.
Environmental science is a(n) ______________________ because it usesknowledge to solve practical problems.
a)
Earth 
b)
Applied 
c)
Physical 
64.
Overpopulation, overconsumption, pollution, and loss of biodiversity are examples of ______________________.
a)
environmental challenges 
b)
pollution 
c)
envirnomental factors 
65.
Using more resources than the environment can support is known as______________________.
a)
exessive use 
b)
over consumption 
c)
wasteful 
66.
In the scientific method, what is used to test a hypothesis?
a)
control group 
b)
experiemnt 
c)
exam 
67.
A(n) ______ is the environment where an organism lives.
a)
diversity 
b)
ecosystem 
c)
EPA 
d)
Earth 
68.

How does sustainable consumption contribute to environmental conservation?/Como o consumo sustentável contribui para a preservação do meio ambiente?

a)
It does not contribute at all/Não contribui de forma alguma
b)
It increases the use of natural resources/Aumenta o uso de recursos naturais
c)
It promotes the production of more goods/Promove a produção de mais bens
d)
It reduces the use of natural resources and waste production/Reduz o uso de recursos naturais e a produção de resíduos
69.

What are the main types of fossil fuels?

a)

Coal

b)

Oil

c)

Natural Gas

d)

Hydroelectricity

70.

Which sustainable energy source is derived from renewable sources such as plants and algae?

a)

Biofuels

b)

Hydrogen

c)

Natural Gas

d)

Electricity

71.

What is the focus of the passage 'Exploring Sustainable Energy Sources'?

a)

Synthetic Materials: Investigating their role in sustainable energy production

b)

Environmental Impact: Assessing the effects of synthetic materials on the environment

c)

Importance of Sustainability: Understanding the need for sustainable energy sources

d)

Renewable Energy: Exploring natural sources of sustainable energy