Earth Day Jokes
A Tornado's favorite game.
Twister
The founder of Earth Day is a senator from US state?
Wisconsin
Earth is the fourth-largest planet in the solar system.
False
It's the 5 largest
What does 'sustainable' mean?
Sustainability means meeting our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
What is the only mammal that cannot jump?
An elephant
This makes the ocean friendly.
It waves
The first Earth Day was in 1968, 1970,or 1960
1970
The Amazon Rain Forest produces 20% of the planet’s oxygen.
True
What ocean is the largest on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean
Which layer of Earth’s atmosphere protects us from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation?
Ozone layer
Why do trees have an aptitude for the internet?
Because they log on
The number of people attending the first Earth Day rally in New York City was 5,000 or 20,000 or 100,000
20,000
Where was the largest forest fire in the world?
The Siberian Taiga Fires, in 2003, resulted in significant destruction, burning approximately 47 million acres
Which three actions are commonly promoted on Earth Day as part of sustainability?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
How many years does it take a plastic bag to break down?
10-20 years
What did the tree wear to the pool party?
Swimming Trunks
Most of Earth’s breathable air comes from what?
The ocean
Each of the past four decades has been progressively warmer than the decade before.
True
What international agreement aims to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions?
The Paris Agreement.
Which animal is often used as a symbol of Earth Day?
A) Panda, B) Tiger, C) Eagle, D) Dolphin
Panda!
What kind of shorts do clouds wear?
Thunderwear
A single tree produces enough air in its lifetime for 4, 10, or 20 people for a year?
4 people
Approximately 50% of a washing machine's energy is used to heat the water.
FALSE: 80-90% of a washing machine's energy goes towards heating the water.
What is the scientific term for the variety of life on Earth, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms?
Biodiversity
True or False. Around 120 life saving prescriptions come from plants found in the Amazon rain forest?
True. Rainforest Plants Produce Life-Saving Medicines Some 120 prescription drugs sold worldwide today are derived directly from rainforest plants.