Environmental basics
What do we call the natural world around us, including air, water, and land?
The environment
What do we call the warming of the Earth caused by gases in the air?
Global warming.
What type of pollution affects the air we breathe?
Air pollution
What do we call different kinds of plants and animals living together?
Biodiversity
What does “reduce” mean in “reduce, reuse, recycle”?
To use less and create less waste.
What does “environmental awareness” mean?
Understanding environmental problems and how to protect nature.
What is deforestation?
Cutting down large areas of forests.
What type of pollution harms rivers and oceans?
Water pollution
Why are forests important for the Earth?
They produce oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide.
Give one example of reusing something.
Using bottles again / reusing bags.
Name several things humans get from the environment.
Air and water / food and resources.
Name one cause of climate change.
Burning fossil fuels / factories / cars.
Why is plastic dangerous for marine animals?
They may eat it or get trapped in it.
Name one benefit humans get from plants.
Food / medicine / oxygen.
Why should we save energy at home?
To reduce pollution and conserve resources.
Why is the environment important for human survival?
It provides basic needs like air, water, food, and shelter.
How does deforestation affect animals?
It destroys their habitats and food sources.
How does soil pollution affect food production?
It makes land less fertile and contaminates crops.
What happens when biodiversity is reduced?
Ecosystems become weak and unstable. Equality in ecosystem disappears
How can students help protect the environment?
By saving water, not littering, and planting trees.
Explain why protecting the environment means protecting our future.
Because future generations need clean air, water, and resources to live.
Explain how human activities contribute to climate change.
By releasing greenhouse gases through industry, transport, and energy use.
Explain how pollution can affect human health.
It can cause breathing problems, diseases, and poisoning.
Explain how protecting animals helps maintain natural balance.
Animals control populations and support food chains.
Explain why environmental protection is everyone’s responsibility.
Because everyone uses resources and causes pollution.