Animals
Three-Toed Sloth
Why is plastic dangerous for marine life?
True or False: Wasting less food is a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
True
Which day is Earth Day?
Earth Day falls on April 22nd
In this article’s introduction, you learn about ______.
- The supplies in Ben’s backpack or the moment when Ben realized a bear was biting him
the moment when Ben realized a bear was biting him
What is the only mammal capable of true flight?
Bat
Where does the majority of plastic waste end up?
Ocean
What is the Greenhouse Effect?
When the gasses in our atmosphere trap heat and block it from escaping our planet
What year did Earth Day start?
1970
As Ben fell asleep on the last night of his trip, he was thinking about ______.
how beautiful the stars looked
Which bird is a universal symbol of peace?
Dove
How many million tons of plastic are dumped in our oceans every year?
8 million tons
True or False: The overwhelming majority of scientists agree that climate change is real and caused by humans.
True
How many countries participate in Earth Day?
Over 193
Because Ben was "in shock", he ______.
couldn’t feel pain at first
What is the only mammal that cannot jump?
An elephant
What is an example of a dangerous single use plastic? A "Crystal Geyser" water bottle or a Tupperware bowl?
Water bottle
Which of these countries emits the most carbon dioxide?
China
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.
Based on the infographic, one difference between black bears and grizzly bears is ______.
the shape of their ears
Whales can live a long time. In years, how old can the oldest species of whale live up to?
200 years
How many degrees has the average global temperature risen by since 1880 (in Fahrenheit)?
Approximately 2 degrees (1.7 degrees)
Which land-based ecosystem or habitat has the most biodiversity? A tundra, deciduous forests, tropical rainforests, grasslands, or deserts?
Tropical Rainforests
How many trees does it take to provide a day’s supply of oxygen for 4 people?
One large tree is able to supply a day’s supply of oxygen for four people.
Which statement is true based on the story?
1. Ben enjoyed most of his backpacking trip.
2. Ben never wants to go camping again
Ben enjoyed most of his backpacking trip.