Which material takes the longest to break down?
Paper
Fruit peels
Leaves
Plastic
What is the main purpose of Earth Day?
To raise awareness about protecting the environment
To honor farmers and conservationalists
To mark the start of spring
To celebrate animala and people
Why are oceans important to Earth?
They create mountains
They only provide drinking water
They help regulate climate and support life
They stop earthquakes
What is deforestation?
Cutting down large numbers of trees
Protecting wildlife
Planting new forests
Recycling paper
When is Earth Day celebrated each year?
April 22
June 5
May 1
March 21
Which action reduces plastic waste?
Throwing plastic in oceans
Using more plastic bottles
Buying single-use items
Using reusable bags
Which gas do trees absorb that helps reduce pollution?
Carbon dioxide
Nitrogen
Hydrogen
Oxygen
Which of these is an example of conservation?
Cutting down forests
Throwing trash away
Using more resources daily
Saving resources and protecting nature
Which animal is most affected by melting ice in the Arctic?
Birds
Polar bear
Seals
Penguins
What type of pollution affects what we breathe?
Water pollution
Soil pollution
Air pollution
Noise pollution
Why should we protect endangered species?
To increase pollution
To reduce biodiversity
To use more resources
To keep ecosystems balanced
What is recycling?
Turning waste into new materials
Collecting rainwater
Throwing trash in landfills
Burning garbage
Which of these is a renewable resource?
Coal
Oil
Natural gas
Wind
What is the greenhouse effect?
Trapping heat in Earth’s atmosphere
Freezing the Earth’s surface
Removing oxygen from air
Cooling the oceans quickly
Which item is most likely recyclable?
Styrofoam cup
Plastic wrap
Aluminum can
Food waste
What does it mean to conserve natural resources?
Use them wisely and carefully
Use them as quickly as possible
Replace them with trash
Ignore their importance
Which of these is a fossil fuel?
Solar
Coal
Wind
Water
Which natural resource is most directly conserved by turning off lights?
Energy
Water
Soil
Air
What is a landfill?
A water storage area
A recycling center
A place where trees grow
A place where trash is buried
What is composting?
Throwing scraps in the trash
Turning organic waste into nutrient-rich soil
Burying trash underground
Burning leaves
Why is planting trees important?
They block sunlight completely
They make the soil dry
They use up all the water
They produce oxygen and clean the air
Which activity helps protect wildlife?
Preserving habitats
Hunting animals
Burning land
Cutting forests
What does "reuse" mean?
Reduce the amount you buy
Use items again instead of throwing them away
Throw items in recycling bins
Burn waste materials
Which of these helps conserve water?
Leaving water running while washing dishes
Using more water for cleaning
Watering plants all day
Turning off the tap while brushing teeth
What is pollution?
Planting trees
Using renewable energy
Recycling materials
Contamination of the environment with harmful substances
Which of these is biodegradable?
Metal can
Banana peel
Plastic bottle
Glass jar
What is one way to reduce energy use at home?
Turning off electronics when not in use
Using more appliances at once
Leaving lights on
Keeping doors open all year
What does the term "reduce" mean in environmental protection?
Use less of something
Throw things away properly
Recycle materials into new products
Reuse items many times
Which type of energy comes from the sun?
Solar energy
Hydropower
Fossil fuels
Wind energy
What is one goal of Earth Day activities?
Talk about environmental issues
Use more fossil fuels
Increase waste production
Encourage people to care for the planet