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1.Which household appliance uses the most energy? A.Refrigerator B.Toaster C.Dishwasher D.Washing machine
A — Refrigerators use about 11% of household’s total energy consumption.
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3.The average Canadian uses 13,000 gallons of water each year for: A.Showers B.Dish washing C.Laundry D.Toilet flushing

D — The average US toilet uses about 1.6 gallons per flush. Take Action: Replace your toilet with a low-flush toilet or purchase a water displacement dam for your current toilet. Water dams can save up to five litres per flush.

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Which of these will not naturally decompose in nature? A.Leather shoe B.Steel door C.Wood table D.Plastic bottle
D — Plastic does not decompose naturally. Take Action: Make sure you are recycling all plastics properly as some of the materials may be reusable.
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EV stands for this type of vehicle, which reduces fossil fuels. 

What is an electric vehicle.

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1.Earth Day was first celebrated in: A.1960 B.1965 C.1970 D.1975
C - 1970
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What country has the greatest number of coal-powered generators? A.Canada B.Russia C.U.S.A. D.China
D — China requires a great deal of energy to power their rapidly developing economy. Unfortunately, burning coal causes pollution.
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What country has the greatest supply of fresh water? A.Canada B.Brazil C.Russia D.China

A. Canada

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What was the first country to introduce a garbage collection system? A.England B.Spain C.France D.U.S.A.
A — London, England introduced the first garbage carts in the 15th century.
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This mode of transportation produces zero emissions and is powered by human energy?

What is a bicycle

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When is EARTH DAY???
Every April 22
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What are "phantom carriers"? : A. Devices that move from room to room B.Devices that consume electricity even when switched off C. Realy expensive devices D. Energy efficient devices

B — “Phantom carriers” are products that draw power 24 hours a day. Appliances that have a clock or programming displays, such as coffee makers, DVD players, computers, printers and stereos, are considered phantom load carriers. 75% of the electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while the products are turned off.

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Composting can reduce your household waste by: A.10% B.25% C.50% D.75%

C Take Action: Separate your food waste from your regular garbage and recycling. Designate a small household container or bucket for your food scraps, and bring it to your local community garden once a week. 

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In the US, what percentage of food bought is wasted?

A. 10-20% B. 20-30% C. 30-40% D. 40-50%

C. 30-40%

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50% of urban areas in the US are used for: A.Homes B.Industry C.Transportation D.Parks

C — Transportation includes roads, driveways and parking lots. North American societies have become so reliant upon the automobile that there is elaborate infrastructure to support its use.

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What are the 4 R's?

(points for 3)

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rethink

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Which energy source produces the greatest amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide? A.Natural gas B.Nuclear C.Oil D.Coal

D — Coal burning plants produce atmospheric carbon dioxide that contributes to acid rain and global warming.

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The existence of many plant flowers depends on A.Birds B.Bugs C.Worms D.Bees
D — If there were no bees, 100,000 plant species would cease to exist.
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The amount of waste in landfills that could be recycled is about: A.20% B.50% C.40% D.70%
D Take Action: Make sure you compost and recycle all appropriate items. Also, attempt to reduce amount of packaged goods you purchase, which will help to divert 70% of household waste from landfill.
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One busload of passengers takes the equivalent of _______ cars off the road during a typical rush hour. A.15 B.40 C.72 D.88

B. 40

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Trees absorb this gas from the atmosphere, helping to slow climate change. 

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

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The average home in the US is illuminated by how many light bulbs: A. 27-40 B. 40- 50 C. 50-67 D. 67-80

B- Take Action: Use compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), which use much less energy than incandescent bulbs; thus, saving you money.

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A plant or animal that is native to an area is called: A.Nocturnal B.Exotic C.Indigenous D.Perennial
C Take Action: Plant indigenous species in your yard because they will require fewer resources to maintain, since they tend to thrive in the natural climatic conditions
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10.How many plastic bags are used per year by the average family of four people? A.200 B.500 C.1,000 D.1,500

C Take Action: Bring your own reusable bags or baskets wherever you can (such as to the grocery store). Say “no thanks” when cashiers offer to bag small items that you don’t really need a bag for. If you have to get plastic bags, reuse them.

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The major cause of urban air pollution is: A.Vehicle exhaust B.Smoke stacks C.Home chimneys D.Cigarette smoke
A Take Action: Take public transit when possible, carpool and reduce your car idling time.
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When does environmental club meet??

Every Tuesday