Reducing Carbon Footprint
  • 1. What is a carbon footprint?
A) A type of carbon found in forests.
B) The weight of carbon in the atmosphere.
C) A measurement of shoe size.
D) The amount of greenhouse gases generated by human activities.
  • 2. Which of the following is an effective way to reduce carbon footprint?
A) Throwing recyclable items in the trash.
B) Increasing energy use at home.
C) Eating more meat and dairy products.
D) Using public transportation instead of driving a car.
  • 3. What does the term 'carbon offset' refer to?
A) Compensating for greenhouse gas emissions by funding projects that reduce emissions.
B) Using more plastic products.
C) Switching to fossil fuels for energy production.
D) Reducing the amount of carbon in the air.
  • 4. What is a sustainable practice for reducing carbon footprint in the workplace?
A) Printing unnecessary documents regularly.
B) Keeping all electronic devices on standby mode.
C) Implementing energy-efficient lighting and equipment.
D) Using disposable products for office lunches.
  • 5. How can using energy-efficient appliances at home contribute to reducing carbon footprint?
A) They consume less electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
B) They emit carbon dioxide directly.
C) They have no impact on greenhouse gas emissions.
D) They use more energy, increasing greenhouse gas emissions.
  • 6. What is the main greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming?
A) Nitrogen (N2).
B) Oxygen (O2).
C) Argon (Ar).
D) Carbon dioxide (CO2).
  • 7. In terms of transportation, what can help reduce carbon footprint?
A) Accelerating and braking quickly while driving.
B) Cycling or walking for short distances.
C) Buying a large SUV.
D) Leaving the car engine running when parked.
  • 8. Why is reducing carbon footprint important for future generations?
A) To create immediate economic boom.
B) To deplete natural resources quickly.
C) To promote health hazards.
D) To ensure a sustainable and habitable planet for them.
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