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Climate Change Activism and Policy Change

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What is the primary goal of climate change activism?

  1. To raise awareness about climate change

  2. To advocate for policy changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

  3. To promote sustainable lifestyles

  4. To support renewable energy development


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Climate change activism aims to influence government policies and regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.

Which international agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Paris Agreement

  3. Montreal Protocol

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, sets a global goal to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels.

What is the name of the global youth-led movement that advocates for climate action?

  1. Fridays for Future

  2. Extinction Rebellion

  3. Greenpeace

  4. 350.org


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fridays for Future is a global youth-led movement that began in 2018, inspired by Greta Thunberg's school strikes for climate action.

Which country was the first to declare a climate emergency?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. Ireland

  3. Canada

  4. New Zealand


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ireland became the first country in the world to declare a climate emergency in May 2019.

What is the term used to describe the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions to net zero?

  1. Carbon neutrality

  2. Climate neutrality

  3. Zero emissions

  4. Net zero emissions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Net zero emissions refers to achieving a balance between the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere and the amount removed, resulting in no net increase.

Which international organization is responsible for coordinating global efforts to combat climate change?

  1. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

  2. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)

  3. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

  4. World Meteorological Organization (WMO)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The UNFCCC is the primary international body for negotiating climate change agreements and coordinating global efforts to address climate change.

What is the name of the global movement that promotes divestment from fossil fuels?

  1. Fossil Free

  2. Divestment Movement

  3. Climate Divestment Movement

  4. Fossil Fuel Divestment Movement


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Fossil Fuel Divestment Movement encourages institutions and individuals to divest their investments from fossil fuel companies to reduce the financial support for fossil fuel extraction.

Which country has the highest per capita greenhouse gas emissions in the world?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Saudi Arabia

  4. Australia


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Saudi Arabia has the highest per capita greenhouse gas emissions in the world, primarily due to its reliance on oil and gas production.

What is the name of the global initiative that aims to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy?

  1. Global Green New Deal

  2. Green Climate Fund

  3. Climate Action Network

  4. Sustainable Development Goals


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Global Green New Deal is a proposed international framework for transitioning to a low-carbon economy and addressing social and economic inequality.

Which international treaty aims to reduce ozone-depleting substances?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: B
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.

What is the name of the global initiative that aims to promote sustainable development and reduce poverty?

  1. Sustainable Development Goals

  2. Millennium Development Goals

  3. Global Compact

  4. Paris Agreement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 goals adopted by the United Nations in 2015 to promote sustainable development and reduce poverty.

Which country has the largest share of renewable energy in its electricity mix?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Germany

  4. India


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Germany has the largest share of renewable energy in its electricity mix, with over 40% of its electricity coming from renewable sources.

What is the name of the global initiative that aims to promote sustainable finance and investment?

  1. Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)

  2. Global Compact

  3. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  4. Paris Agreement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) is a global initiative that promotes sustainable investing and encourages investors to consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in their investment decisions.

Which country has the highest rate of deforestation in the world?

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. Democratic Republic of Congo

  4. China


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brazil has the highest rate of deforestation in the world, primarily due to the expansion of agriculture and cattle ranching.

What is the name of the global initiative that aims to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation?

  1. REDD+

  2. Green Climate Fund

  3. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  4. Paris Agreement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) is a global initiative that aims to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, and promote sustainable forest management.

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