Science Practice Quiz 256

Q1.Why did Jessy say she would be careful not to waste paper?

A. Because paper is expensive B. Because many trees are cut down to make paper C. Because paper is non-renewable D. Because paper is difficult to recycle

Q2.What did Asha say about water?

A. Water is a renewable resource B. Every drop of water is precious C. Water should be used freely D. Water is not important

Q3.What is linked with our ability to maintain and preserve the life support system?

A. The future of our planet and its people B. The development of new technologies C. The growth of the economy D. The increase in population

Q4.Which of the following is a principle of sustainable development mentioned in the text?

A. Maximise the depletion of natural resources B. Respect and care for all forms of life C. Ignore the diversity of life D. Increase damage to natural systems

Q5.What does the text say about the use of renewable resources?

A. They should be used unsustainably B. All uses must be sustainable C. They can be used without limits D. They are not important

Q6.Which of the following is NOT a principle of sustainable development?

A. Improve the quality of human life B. Conserve the earth’s vitality and diversity C. Minimise the depletion of natural resources D. Maximise the use of non-renewable resources

Q7.What does the text say about the diversity of life on earth?

A. It should be ignored B. It should be conserved C. It is not important D. It should be increased artificially

Q8.What does the text say about damage to natural environmental systems?

A. It should be maximised B. It should be minimised C. It is unavoidable D. It is beneficial

Q9.What would happen if the resource referred to by Rahim disappeared?

A. Pearl, swan and dough would not exist B. Only humans would survive C. Wind would become more powerful D. Stones would become more valuable

Q10.Which of the following is NOT listed as a major factor leading to fresh water shortages?

A. Increasing population B. Rising standards of living C. Decreasing urbanisation D. Rising demands for food and cash crops

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Science Practice Quiz 256