Animals
Earth Day
Oceans/Water
Air
Land
100
Is the Pinta Island Giant Tortiose of the Galapagos Islands thriving, endangerd or extinct? 
Extinct!
100
Which day is Earth Day?
Earth Day falls on April 22nd.
100
Where does the majority of plastic waste end up?
Ocean
100
True or False: Deforestation is the second leading cause of global warming in the world.
True
Deforestation is the second leading cause of global warming worldwide, and it produces about 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Deforestation in the tropical rainforests contributes more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere than the sum of all cars and trucks that drive on the world’s roads.
200
True or False: Garbage and plastics we leave on the ground make birds sick.
Yes!
200
True or False: The overwhelming majority of scientists agree that climate change is real and caused by humans.
True
200
How many million tons of plastic are dumped in our oceans every year?
8 million tons
200
How can you take ACTION not add polution to our air?
Walk or ride my bike to school!
200
Global forests helped the planet by removing _____ % of the human fossil fuel emissions each year?
33%
A study conducted by the US Forest Service’s Northern Research Station found that between 1990 and 2007, global forests have removed 2.4 billion tons of carbon and have absorbed 8.8 billion tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere annually. This is equivalent to about one third of fossil fuel emissions. Forests, just like oceans, are carbon sinks.
300
What happens to animals when people cut down forests?
Animals lose their homes!
300
What year did Earth Day start?
1970
300
How many marine species are harmed by plastic pollution?
693
A 2015 Plymouth University study compiled reports recorded from around the world and found evidence of 44,000 animals becoming entangled or swallowing plastic debris, accounting for a total of 693 marine species.
300
How many degrees has the average global temperature risen by since 1880 (in Fahrenheit)?
1.7 degrees
300
How much of the Earth’s land is covered by forests?
31%
400
What ACTION can you take to help wild animals?
- Put garbage where it belongs
- Make a bird feeder
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400
What is an example of a dangerous single use plastic?
Water bottle, Keurig Cups, Plastic Bags
400
Why is plastic dangerous for marine life?
- They mistake it for food and cannot digest it
- They can get tangled in it which hinders their ability to swim
400
How many trees does it take to provide a day’s supply of oxygen for 4 people?
1
According to North Carolina State University, one large tree is able to supply a day’s supply of oxygen for four people. Trees are also able to absorb up to 48 pounds of carbon dioxide a year.
400
The U.S. does not currently allow hunters to import animal trophies or parts.
False
Recently, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reversed a ban on trophy imports for some African species and removed findings that gave broader permissions for importation. As such, trophy import applications for elephants, lions, across six African countries are currently being reviewed on a case-by-case basis
500
What is the only mammal capable of true flight?
Bat
500
How many countries participate in Earth Day?
Over 193
500
What is the Greenhouse Effect?
When the gasses in our atmosphere trap heat and block it from escaping our planet
500
True or False: Wasting less food is a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
True