WorksheetsQuiz Practice: Two Truths and a Lie
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Select the climate change lie:
The planet's average surface temperature has risen about 1.62 degrees Fahrenheit (0.9 degrees Celsius) since the late 19th century
Global warming and climate change are the same thing.
The Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets have decreased in mass.
Select the climate change lie:
Glaciers are retreating almost everywhere around the world — including in the Alps, Himalayas, Andes, Rockies, Alaska and Africa.
Global sea level rose about 8 inches in the last century.
The U.S. has witnessed decreasing numbers of intense rainfall events and wildfire events.
Select the climate lie:
It’s becoming impossible for many species to adapt quickly enough to keep up with their changing environment.
Food production is responsible for 25% of all greenhouse gas emissions.
Renewable energy is just a money-making scheme.
Select the climate change lie:
Even if the United States cuts emissions to zero, the world’s biggest emitters (China and India) have not cut back emissions.
All parts of the Earth are warming at the same rate.
Earth’s climate has constantly been changing — even long before humans came into the picture.
Which of the following statements about the United Nations is a lie?
The United Nations was founded in 1945.
The UN headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
The UN has six official languages.
The UN Security Council has five permanent members.
Which of the following statements about the Great Wall of China is a lie?
The Great Wall can be seen from the Moon.
The Great Wall was built over several dynasties.
The Great Wall is over 13,000 miles long.
The Great Wall was primarily built for defense.
Which of the following statements about the Amazon Rainforest is a lie?
The Amazon Rainforest is known as the 'Lungs of the Earth'.
The Amazon River is the longest river in the world.
The Amazon Rainforest spans across nine countries.
The Amazon Rainforest is home to millions of species.
Which of the following statements about the Roman Empire is a lie?
The Roman Empire was founded in 27 BC.
The Roman Empire was known for its advanced engineering.
The Roman Empire's official language was Latin.
The Roman Empire was the first to establish a democracy.
Which of the following statements about the Sahara Desert is a lie?
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world.
The Sahara Desert covers parts of 11 countries.
The Sahara Desert is entirely covered in sand dunes.
The Sahara Desert has a diverse range of wildlife.
Which of the following statements about the Eiffel Tower is a lie?
The Eiffel Tower was completed in 1889.
The Eiffel Tower is located in London.
The Eiffel Tower was originally intended to be dismantled.
The Eiffel Tower is made of iron.
Which of the following statements about the Nile River is a lie?
The Nile River is the longest river in Africa.
The Nile River flows northward.
The Nile River is entirely within Egypt.
The Nile River was crucial to ancient Egyptian civilization.
Which of the following statements about Mount Everest is a lie?
Mount Everest is the tallest mountain above sea level.
Mount Everest is located in the Himalayas.
Mount Everest was first summited in 1953.
Mount Everest is the most active volcano in the world.
Which of the following statements about the Colosseum is a lie?
The Colosseum is located in Rome, Italy.
The Colosseum was used for gladiatorial contests.
The Colosseum is made entirely of marble.
The Colosseum could hold up to 80,000 spectators.
Which of the following statements about the Pacific Ocean is a lie?
The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.
The Pacific Ocean is shrinking due to tectonic activity.
The Pacific Ocean is home to the Mariana Trench.
The Pacific Ocean was named by Ferdinand Magellan.
Which of the following statements about the Taj Mahal is a lie?
The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, India.
The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan.
The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum.
The Taj Mahal was built in the 20th century.
