What is the main purpose of Earth Day?
To raise awareness about protecting the environment
To mark the start of spring
To celebrate animala and people
To honor farmers and conservationalists
When is Earth Day celebrated each year?
May 1
March 21
April 22
June 5
Which natural resource is most directly conserved by turning off lights?
Soil
Water
Energy
Air
What does the term "reduce" mean in environmental protection?
Throw things away properly
Reuse items many times
Recycle materials into new products
Use less of something
Which gas do trees absorb that helps reduce pollution?
Nitrogen
Carbon dioxide
Hydrogen
Oxygen
What is recycling?
Collecting rainwater
Turning waste into new materials
Throwing trash in landfills
Burning garbage
Which item is most likely recyclable?
Styrofoam cup
Aluminum can
Food waste
Plastic wrap
What is composting?
Burying trash underground
Throwing scraps in the trash
Burning leaves
Turning organic waste into nutrient-rich soil
Which of these helps conserve water?
Turning off the tap while brushing teeth
Using more water for cleaning
Leaving water running while washing dishes
Watering plants all day
Which type of energy comes from the sun?
Solar energy
Wind energy
Fossil fuels
Hydropower
What is pollution?
Contamination of the environment with harmful substances
Using renewable energy
Recycling materials
Planting trees
Which of these is a renewable resource?
Natural gas
Oil
Wind
Coal
What is deforestation?
Recycling paper
Planting new forests
Protecting wildlife
Cutting down large numbers of trees
Why are oceans important to Earth?
They help regulate climate and support life
They stop earthquakes
They only provide drinking water
They create mountains
Which action reduces plastic waste?
Throwing plastic in oceans
Using reusable bags
Using more plastic bottles
Buying single-use items
What is the greenhouse effect?
Cooling the oceans quickly
Trapping heat in Earth’s atmosphere
Removing oxygen from air
Freezing the Earth’s surface
