Vocabulary
What do we call the rise in Earth’s average temperature caused by pollution?
Global warming
What kind of energy is used to power most technology today?
Electricity from fossil fuels
What happens to Earth’s temperature when more greenhouse gases are in the air?
It increases
Global warming is happening naturally and humans are not responsible.
False
What type of power could we use instead of coal and oil?
Renewable energy like solar or wind
What is the name of the process when dirty gases go into the air?
Air pollution
Why do factories contribute to climate change?
They burn fuels and release greenhouse gases
How does melting Arctic ice affect animals?
It destroys their natural habitats
Electric cars help reduce pollution in the air.
True
What kind of transport could reduce air pollution?
Electric cars or public transport
What word means “the usual weather in a place over a long time”?
Climate
What human activity increases the amount of CO₂ in the atmosphere besides driving?
Burning fuel in power plants
What effect does warmer temperature have on the oceans?
It causes sea levels to rise
All greenhouse gases are bad for the planet.
False (we need some, but not too many
What does the text say about machines that remove carbon from the air?
Scientists are trying to build them
What do we call energy that comes from the sun?
Solar energy
Why do many devices (phones, computers) add to global warming?
They use electricity made by burning fossil fuels
Why do some cities near oceans face danger from climate change?
They may flood due to rising sea levels
Pollution can cause ice to melt in cold places like the Arctic.
True
What can young people do to help the planet?
Save energy, recycle, or use bikes instead of cars
What is the meaning of “epidemics” in the text?
Large outbreaks of disease
What does the text say about the increase in temperature?
It is happening too fast and becoming dangerou
What kind of natural disasters may increase with global warming?
Heat waves and floods
There is no way to stop or slow down climate change
False
What’s one way to reduce your “carbon footprint”?
Use less electricity or choose clean energy