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Political Activism: Environmental Protection and Sustainability

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of political activism related to environmental protection and sustainability. It covers various aspects of environmental activism, including key concepts, strategies, and challenges.
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What is the primary objective of political activism focused on environmental protection and sustainability?

  1. Promoting economic growth

  2. Advancing social justice

  3. Preserving natural resources and ecosystems

  4. Enhancing technological innovation

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Political activism in this context aims to protect and sustain the natural environment, including ecosystems, biodiversity, and resources.

Which of the following is a common strategy employed by environmental activists?

  1. Lobbying government officials

  2. Organizing protests and demonstrations

  3. Educating the public about environmental issues

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Environmental activists use various strategies to achieve their goals, including lobbying, protests, public education, and more.

What is the term used to describe the collective efforts of individuals and organizations to influence environmental policy and decision-making?

  1. Environmental advocacy

  2. Environmental lobbying

  3. Environmental activism

  4. Environmental campaigning

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Environmental advocacy refers to the organized efforts to influence environmental policy and decision-making.

Which international agreement aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Stockholm Convention

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Paris Agreement is an international agreement that aims to limit global warming and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing or eliminating the use of non-renewable resources?

  1. Renewable energy transition

  2. Sustainable development

  3. Circular economy

  4. Resource conservation

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Resource conservation refers to the practices and policies aimed at reducing or eliminating the use of non-renewable resources.

Which environmental activist group is known for its non-violent direct actions and civil disobedience in protecting forests?

  1. Greenpeace

  2. Earth First!

  3. Sierra Club

  4. World Wildlife Fund

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Earth First! is an environmental activist group known for its non-violent direct actions and civil disobedience in protecting forests.

What is the term used to describe the practice of reducing waste and reusing and recycling materials?

  1. Zero waste

  2. Circular economy

  3. Sustainable consumption

  4. Cradle-to-cradle design

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Circular economy refers to the practice of reducing waste and reusing and recycling materials to minimize resource consumption.

Which environmental activist group is known for its work in promoting renewable energy and combating climate change?

  1. 350.org

  2. Friends of the Earth

  3. Natural Resources Defense Council

  4. The Climate Reality Project

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

350.org is an environmental activist group known for its work in promoting renewable energy and combating climate change.

What is the term used to describe the process of transitioning to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly economy?

  1. Green economy

  2. Sustainable development

  3. Circular economy

  4. Renewable energy transition

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Green economy refers to the process of transitioning to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly economy.

Which environmental activist group is known for its work in protecting endangered species and promoting biodiversity conservation?

  1. World Wildlife Fund

  2. The Nature Conservancy

  3. Conservation International

  4. Sierra Club

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

World Wildlife Fund is an environmental activist group known for its work in protecting endangered species and promoting biodiversity conservation.

What is the term used to describe the practice of managing natural resources in a way that ensures their long-term availability?

  1. Sustainable resource management

  2. Environmental conservation

  3. Ecosystem restoration

  4. Biodiversity conservation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sustainable resource management refers to the practice of managing natural resources in a way that ensures their long-term availability.

Which environmental activist group is known for its work in promoting environmental justice and addressing the disproportionate impact of environmental issues on marginalized communities?

  1. Greenpeace

  2. The Sierra Club

  3. The Environmental Justice Health Alliance

  4. Friends of the Earth

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Environmental Justice Health Alliance is an environmental activist group known for its work in promoting environmental justice and addressing the disproportionate impact of environmental issues on marginalized communities.

What is the term used to describe the practice of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change?

  1. Carbon neutrality

  2. Net zero emissions

  3. Climate mitigation

  4. Renewable energy transition

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Net zero emissions refers to the practice of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving a balance between emissions and removals.

Which environmental activist group is known for its work in promoting sustainable agriculture and food systems?

  1. The Sierra Club

  2. Greenpeace

  3. The Food and Water Watch

  4. The Union of Concerned Scientists

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Food and Water Watch is an environmental activist group known for its work in promoting sustainable agriculture and food systems.

What is the term used to describe the practice of reducing the environmental impact of products and services throughout their lifecycle?

  1. Life cycle assessment

  2. Environmental impact assessment

  3. Product stewardship

  4. Extended producer responsibility

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Life cycle assessment refers to the practice of reducing the environmental impact of products and services throughout their lifecycle.

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