The Legacy of Conservation

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Who is considered the father of modern conservation?

  1. John Muir

  2. Theodore Roosevelt

  3. Gifford Pinchot

  4. Aldo Leopold


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gifford Pinchot, the first Chief of the United States Forest Service, is widely regarded as the father of modern conservation due to his emphasis on sustainable use and management of natural resources.

What was the first national park established in the United States?

  1. Yellowstone National Park

  2. Yosemite National Park

  3. Grand Canyon National Park

  4. Rocky Mountain National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 and became the first national park in the United States.

Which president signed the Wilderness Act of 1964?

  1. John F. Kennedy

  2. Lyndon B. Johnson

  3. Richard Nixon

  4. Jimmy Carter


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness Act of 1964, which established the National Wilderness Preservation System to protect pristine natural areas.

What is the primary goal of the Endangered Species Act?

  1. To protect and recover threatened and endangered species

  2. To regulate the use of pesticides and herbicides

  3. To promote sustainable agriculture practices

  4. To reduce air and water pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Endangered Species Act aims to protect and recover species that are at risk of extinction.

Which conservationist wrote the influential book \"A Sand County Almanac\"?

  1. John Muir

  2. Theodore Roosevelt

  3. Gifford Pinchot

  4. Aldo Leopold


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aldo Leopold, an American ecologist and conservationist, wrote \"A Sand County Almanac\", which is considered a seminal work in the field of conservation.

What is the term for the process of restoring a degraded ecosystem to its natural state?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Rewilding

  3. Remediation

  4. Restoration


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Restoration refers to the process of restoring a degraded ecosystem to its natural state.

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

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Paris Agreement

  3. Montreal Protocol

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

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

What is the term for the practice of managing natural resources in a sustainable manner?

  1. Conservation

  2. Preservation

  3. Stewardship

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

Which organization is responsible for coordinating global efforts to conserve biodiversity?

  1. World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

  2. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

  3. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

  4. Conservation International (CI)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is responsible for coordinating global efforts to conserve biodiversity.

What is the term for the loss of biodiversity due to human activities?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Habitat destruction

  3. Pollution

  4. Climate change


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Biodiversity loss refers to the decline in the variety of life on Earth due to human activities.

Which conservationist is known for his work on the concept of \"island biogeography\"?

  1. Robert MacArthur

  2. Edward O. Wilson

  3. Thomas Lovejoy

  4. Norman Myers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Robert MacArthur is known for his work on the concept of \"island biogeography\", which explores the relationship between island size and species diversity.

What is the term for the practice of protecting and managing natural areas for their cultural and historical significance?

  1. Conservation

  2. Preservation

  3. Heritage management

  4. Cultural resource management


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Heritage management refers to the practice of protecting and managing natural areas for their cultural and historical significance.

Which conservationist is known for his work on the concept of \"deep ecology\"?

  1. Arne Naess

  2. Bill McKibben

  3. George Monbiot

  4. Vandana Shiva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arne Naess is known for his work on the concept of \"deep ecology\", which emphasizes the intrinsic value of nature and the need for a more holistic approach to conservation.

What is the term for the practice of reducing or eliminating the use of non-renewable resources?

  1. Conservation

  2. Sustainability

  3. Degrowth

  4. Circular economy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Degrowth refers to the practice of reducing or eliminating the use of non-renewable resources.

Which conservationist is known for her work on the concept of \"ecofeminism\"?

  1. Vandana Shiva

  2. Carolyn Merchant

  3. Val Plumwood

  4. Maria Mies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vandana Shiva is known for her work on the concept of \"ecofeminism\", which explores the connections between gender, ecology, and social justice.

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