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Week 9 (Environmental) Water Resource

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is one word that describes the importance of water for life?

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2.

What is the primary purpose of resource management?

a)

To use resources as quickly as possible

b)

To prevent all human interactions with natural resources

c)

To ensure sustainable use of resources for future generations

d)

To increase the cost of resource extraction

3.

What percentage of Earth’s water is fresh and available for human use?

a)

1%

b)

0.5%

c)

10%

d)

3%

4.

What is a significant cause of water shortages in the Middle East?

a)

Heavy rainfall

b)

Too much groundwater recharge

c)

High population growth and low water availability

d)

Lack of rivers

5.

Name a country that faces severe water scarcity.

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6.

Draw a symbol or poster encouraging water conservation.

7.

Which of the following BEST explains why eutrophication is harmful?

a)

It reduces oxygen levels, leading to fish die-offs.

b)

It removes nutrients from water sources.

c)

It increases biodiversity in lakes.

d)

It improves water clarity by promoting algae growth.

8.

Why might building more dams NOT be the best solution for water shortages?

a)

Dams always increase water availability.

b)

Dams increase evaporation rates, making them ineffective.

c)

Dams never require maintenance.

d)

Dams disrupt natural ecosystems and can cause displacement.

9.

What is the most effective way to control water pollution?

a)

Filter water before use

b)

Increase water consumption

c)

Ban the release of pollutants into the environment

d)

Store polluted water in underground wells

10.

How can individuals and businesses contribute to water conservation in their daily activities?

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11.

What is eutrophication?

a)

The buildup of excessive nutrients in a body of water

b)

The removal of pollutants from water

c)

The process of water evaporating into the atmosphere

d)

The chemical treatment of drinking water

12.

Which water conservation method is commonly used in agriculture to reduce waste?

a)

Flood irrigation

b)

Drip irrigation

c)

Overhead sprinklers

d)

Large-scale desalination

13.

What is the largest single user of water worldwide?

a)

Agriculture

b)

Industry

c)

Residential households

d)

Energy production