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International Agreements and Resource Depletion

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about international agreements and their role in addressing resource depletion.
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Which international agreement is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. The goal of the agreement is to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels.

What is the main objective of the Montreal Protocol?

  1. Protecting the ozone layer

  2. Reducing air pollution

  3. Preventing deforestation

  4. Conserving biodiversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Montreal Protocol is an international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances.

Which international agreement sets targets for reducing emissions of air pollutants, including sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution is an international agreement that aims to reduce air pollution by setting limits on emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and other pollutants.

What is the purpose of the Convention on Biological Diversity?

  1. Protecting biodiversity

  2. Promoting sustainable development

  3. Combating climate change

  4. Reducing pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Convention on Biological Diversity is an international treaty that aims to conserve biodiversity, ensure the sustainable use of biological resources, and promote fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of genetic resources.

Which international agreement aims to reduce deforestation and promote sustainable forest management?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change includes a mechanism called REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation), which aims to reduce deforestation and promote sustainable forest management.

What is the goal of the International Tropical Timber Agreement?

  1. Promoting sustainable forest management

  2. Reducing illegal logging

  3. Combating climate change

  4. Protecting biodiversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Tropical Timber Agreement aims to promote sustainable forest management and reduce illegal logging in tropical forests.

Which international agreement sets targets for reducing emissions of greenhouse gases from international aviation and shipping?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. International Civil Aviation Organization

  5. International Maritime Organization


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The International Civil Aviation Organization and the International Maritime Organization have set targets for reducing emissions of greenhouse gases from international aviation and shipping, respectively.

What is the main objective of the Basel Convention?

  1. Controlling the transboundary movement of hazardous wastes

  2. Reducing air pollution

  3. Protecting water resources

  4. Conserving biodiversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Basel Convention is an international treaty that aims to control the transboundary movement of hazardous wastes and their disposal.

Which international agreement aims to promote cooperation in the development and transfer of environmentally sound technologies?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. United Nations Environment Programme


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The United Nations Environment Programme promotes cooperation in the development and transfer of environmentally sound technologies.

What is the purpose of the Ramsar Convention?

  1. Protecting wetlands

  2. Reducing air pollution

  3. Combating climate change

  4. Conserving biodiversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramsar Convention is an international treaty that aims to protect wetlands and promote their wise use.

Which international agreement sets targets for reducing emissions of greenhouse gases from agriculture?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has set targets for reducing emissions of greenhouse gases from agriculture.

What is the main objective of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals?

  1. Protecting migratory species

  2. Reducing air pollution

  3. Combating climate change

  4. Conserving biodiversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals aims to protect migratory species and their habitats.

Which international agreement aims to promote sustainable fisheries and prevent overfishing?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations promotes sustainable fisheries and prevents overfishing.

What is the purpose of the International Whaling Commission?

  1. Protecting whales

  2. Reducing air pollution

  3. Combating climate change

  4. Conserving biodiversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Whaling Commission aims to protect whales and regulate whaling activities.

Which international agreement sets targets for reducing emissions of greenhouse gases from industry?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. United Nations Industrial Development Organization


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization sets targets for reducing emissions of greenhouse gases from industry.

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