Environmental Impact Assessment Quiz

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    The Resource Person may also be invited during public consultations or hearings.

    • True
    • False
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    • Varies
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Environmental impact assessment (EIA) is an environmental decision support tool, which provides information on the likely impacts of development projects to those who make the decision as to whether the project should be authorized. Take this quiz to know more about EIA.

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  • 2. 

    Data on natural hazards are required to be presented in the EIS.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is a document that assesses the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project. It is a requirement to include data on natural hazards in the EIS because it helps to evaluate the risks associated with the project and determine appropriate mitigation measures. By including information on natural hazards, decision-makers can make informed choices and ensure the safety of the project and the surrounding environment.

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  • 3. 

    An EIA is a process a proponent undertakes before an ECC is issued.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. An EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) is indeed a process that a proponent undertakes before an ECC (Environmental Compliance Certificate) is issued. An EIA involves the assessment of potential environmental impacts that a proposed project may have and the identification of measures to mitigate or minimize these impacts. The purpose of conducting an EIA is to ensure that the project complies with environmental regulations and to inform decision-making regarding the project's approval. Once the EIA process is completed, and if the project is found to be environmentally compliant, an ECC can be issued.

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  • 4. 

    The formulated Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and corresponding costs and benefits are part of the Feasibility Study.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and its associated costs and benefits are typically included as part of the Feasibility Study. The EMP outlines the strategies and measures that will be implemented to minimize and mitigate the environmental impacts of a project. It includes details on how environmental risks will be managed, compliance with environmental regulations, and any necessary monitoring and reporting activities. The costs and benefits associated with the EMP are also considered in the Feasibility Study to assess the overall viability and sustainability of the project.

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  • 5. 

    The Case Handler is the EMB’s representative in providing guidance and clarification on EIA policy and procedures and may undertake an internal review of the EIA Report.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that the Case Handler is responsible for providing guidance and clarification on EIA policy and procedures, as well as conducting an internal review of the EIA Report. This implies that the Case Handler plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with EIA policies and procedures. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 6. 

    The EIARC members suggests need for Resource Person/s based on specific information needed to make a decision on acceptability of the modular report.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the EIARC members believe that specific information is needed in order to make a decision on whether the modular report is acceptable or not. This implies that they suggest the need for a resource person or persons who can provide the required information. Therefore, the answer is true.

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  • 7. 

    At the start of Project Construction/Development/Operations and throughout the project lifetime, environmental mitigation measures are fully implemented.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that environmental mitigation measures are implemented at the beginning of the project and continue to be implemented throughout its lifetime. This implies that the project takes into consideration and addresses any potential negative environmental impacts it may have. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 8. 

    Recommendation  of  internationally acceptable methods for quantitative assessments should be done during the Scoping stage of the EIA process.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    During the Scoping stage of the EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) process, it is recommended to identify and select internationally acceptable methods for quantitative assessments. This is important because it ensures that the assessments conducted during the EIA process are standardized and can be compared internationally. By recommending the use of internationally acceptable methods at the Scoping stage, it helps to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and validity of the quantitative assessments conducted as part of the EIA process.

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  • 9. 

    A Resource Person from MGB Environmental or Mine Operations divisions can coordinate with a Proponent for a mining project.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that a Resource Person from MGB Environmental or Mine Operations divisions can work together with a Proponent for a mining project. This implies that there is a possibility for coordination between the two parties, indicating that the answer is true.

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  • 10. 

    If the issues are still unresolved at the end of the deliberation process, the EIARC Chair reflects both opposing position/s in its EIARC Report, subject to final evaluation by EMB.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. According to the explanation, if the issues are not resolved during the deliberation process, the EIARC Chair includes both opposing positions in the EIARC Report. However, the final evaluation of these positions is done by EMB.

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  • 11. 

    In the EIA process, implementation is done after securing necessary permits.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement implies that implementation occurs after securing necessary permits in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process. This suggests that obtaining permits is a prerequisite for moving forward with the implementation phase.

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  • 12. 

    It is during the FS stage in the project cycle that the EIA study will have most significant use.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    During the FS (Feasibility Study) stage in the project cycle, the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study will have the most significant use. This is because the FS stage involves evaluating the feasibility and potential impacts of a project. The EIA study assesses the potential environmental effects of the project, including its impact on air, water, land, and communities. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct the EIA study during the FS stage to identify and mitigate any potential negative impacts before the project moves forward.

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  • 13. 

    Requirements of government agencies are separate from those within the EMB mandate.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Government agencies have their own set of requirements and responsibilities that are distinct from the mandates of the Election Management Body (EMB). This means that the tasks, objectives, and functions of government agencies are different from those of the EMB. The statement implies that the requirements and objectives of government agencies do not overlap with the responsibilities and mandates of the EMB. Therefore, the answer is true.

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  • 14. 

    During the DED stage, the proponent is presumed to have secured the ECC.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    During the Detailed Engineering Design (DED) stage, it is generally assumed that the proponent (the person or organization proposing the project) has obtained the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC). The ECC is a document issued by the government or regulatory body that confirms the project's compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Therefore, it can be inferred that during the DED stage, the proponent is presumed to have secured the ECC.

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  • 15. 

    Projects classified as ECPs established prior to 1982 are not required to secure ECCs.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Projects classified as ECPs (Environmental Compliance Plans) that were established prior to 1982 are not required to secure ECCs (Environmental Compliance Certificates). This means that any projects that fall under this category and were established before 1982 do not need to go through the process of obtaining an ECC. The statement suggests that there is an exemption for these specific projects, indicating that they are not subject to the same requirements as projects established after 1982.

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  • 16. 

    A replacement or alternative member to the EIARC shall respect the signed Scoping Checklist, thus, shall not add requirements.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement indicates that a replacement or alternative member to the EIARC (presumably a committee or organization) must adhere to the signed Scoping Checklist and should not introduce any additional requirements. Therefore, the correct answer is "true."

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  • 17. 

    The EIARC is prohibited from providing guidance to the Proponent and other government agencies in integrating critical EIA findings and recommendations in the project plans and other government requirements.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the EIARC is not prohibited from providing guidance to the Proponent and other government agencies in integrating critical EIA findings and recommendations in the project plans and other government requirements.

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  • 18. 

    EMB may validate whether or not the EIS was integrated with project planning by requiring relevant documentary proofs such as:

    • Terms of reference

    • Monitoring plan

    • Feasibility study

    • Additional information

    Correct Answer
    A. Terms of reference
    Explanation
    The terms of reference document outlines the objectives, scope, and responsibilities of a project. By requiring this document as a proof, EMB can ensure that the EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) was integrated with project planning. The terms of reference would include details on how the EIS was considered and incorporated into the project planning process. This helps to ensure that environmental considerations were taken into account and that the project is being implemented in a sustainable and responsible manner.

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  • 19. 

    The EIARC’s requests for Additional Information (AI) shall be limited to those agreed in the final Screening Checklist.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "The EIARC's requests for Additional Information (AI) shall be limited to those agreed in the final Screening Checklist" is false. This implies that the requests for additional information are not limited to what is agreed in the final Screening Checklist.

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  • 20. 

     Issues on relevance of an AI shall be justified by the requesting EIARC member without the deliberation and recommendation of EIARC.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false. According to the statement, issues on relevance of an AI do not need to be justified by the requesting EIARC member without the deliberation and recommendation of EIARC. However, this contradicts the usual process where the requesting EIARC member would need to justify the relevance of an AI and the EIARC would deliberate and make recommendations based on that justification. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 21. 

    The Resource Person is identified after the Formal Scoping is held and after the Proponent has presented a Project Briefing to the EMB and the prospective EIARC members.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the Resource Person is identified after the Formal Scoping is held and after the Proponent has presented a Project Briefing to the EMB and the prospective EIARC members. However, the correct answer is false, which means that the Resource Person is not identified after the Formal Scoping and Project Briefing. The explanation for this could be that the Resource Person may be identified at any stage of the process and is not necessarily dependent on the Formal Scoping or Project Briefing.

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  • 22. 

    Specific detailed engineering design shall not be required at the EIS review stage.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • It depends

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that specific detailed engineering design is not required at the EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) review stage. This implies that the focus of the review is on assessing the environmental impact rather than the technical design details. Therefore, the answer "true" indicates that specific detailed engineering design is not necessary at this stage.

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  • 23. 

    The EIA evaluation must be done after the issuance of permits and clearances.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) evaluation is typically done before the issuance of permits and clearances. The purpose of the EIA is to assess the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project before it is approved, in order to inform decision-making and ensure that any negative impacts are minimized or mitigated. Therefore, the EIA evaluation is usually conducted as part of the initial planning and approval process, rather than after permits and clearances have already been issued.

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  • 24. 

    The EIARC is indirectly advisory and recommendatory to the EMB.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the EIARC (Electoral Integrity Advisory and Recommendatory Committee) provides indirect advice and recommendations to the EMB (Election Management Body). However, the correct answer is false because the statement does not provide any information about the role or function of the EIARC. Therefore, it cannot be determined whether the EIARC is indirectly advisory and recommendatory to the EMB based on the given statement.

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  • 25. 

    For land conversion, DA certification and DAR approval for conversion are necessary at the EIA stage.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false. DA certification and DAR approval for conversion are not necessary at the EIA stage for land conversion. The EIA stage is focused on assessing the potential environmental impacts of a project or development. DA certification and DAR approval may be required at later stages in the land conversion process, but they are not specifically required at the EIA stage.

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  • 26. 

    If there is available and relevant secondary data to a development proposal, the EIARC should require additional primary sampling.

    • False

    • True

    • Not stated

    • It depends

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The existence of geospatial changes and other variables can significantly impact and alter past discovered results or findings relative to current or future findings. For example, in the context of a mining development proposal, various factors such as changes in community demographics, shifts in stakeholder interests, advancements in technology, or updates in environmental regulations could all influence the potential impacts of the proposal. These changes may result in different environmental, social, or economic outcomes compared to previous assessments or predictions. Therefore, it's essential to consider and reassess these factors periodically to ensure that decision-making processes are informed by the most up-to-date and relevant information.

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  • 27. 

    Assessment of risk posed by natural hazard to the project is part of EIA.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Assessment of risk posed by natural hazards to a project is indeed part of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). EIA is a process that evaluates the potential environmental, social, and economic impacts of a proposed project or development. It considers various factors, including the risks associated with natural hazards such as floods, earthquakes, landslides, and other extreme events. The purpose of this assessment is to identify potential risks, propose mitigation measures, and ensure that the project is designed and implemented in a way that minimizes negative impacts on the environment and local communities.

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  • 28. 

    The Resource Person is identified after the Formal Scoping is held and after the Proponent has presented a Project Briefing to the EMB and the prospective EIARC members.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the resource person is identified before the formal scoping is held and before the proponent presents a project briefing to the EMB and prospective EIARC members.

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  • 29. 

    Decisions on applications are made within prescribed timelines within the control of the Proponent.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that decisions on applications are made within prescribed timelines within the control of the Proponent. However, the correct answer is false. This means that the decisions on applications are not made within prescribed timelines within the control of the Proponent.

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  • 30. 

    The review of the EIS by EMB shall be guided by the following general criteria except:

    • That environmental considerations are integrated into the overall project planning

    • That the assessment is technically sound

    • That proposed environmental mitigation measures are complete

    • That social acceptability is based on informed public participation

    Correct Answer
    A. That proposed environmental mitigation measures are complete
    Explanation
    The review of the EIS by EMB is guided by general criteria to ensure that environmental considerations are integrated into the overall project planning, that the assessment is technically sound, and that social acceptability is based on informed public participation. However, the exception is that the review does not focus on whether the proposed environmental mitigation measures are complete.

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  • 31. 

    If a project is covered, the proponent prepares all requirements for the application process and undertakes an initial rapid site and risk assessment. 

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that if a project is covered, the proponent prepares all requirements for the application process and undertakes an initial rapid site and risk assessment. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that this statement is not true. This implies that if a project is covered, the proponent may not necessarily prepare all requirements for the application process or undertake an initial rapid site and risk assessment.

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  • 32. 

    For workplace safety, OHSP is advised of critical project operations or facilities and substances which may pose safety hazards.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because OHSP (Occupational Health and Safety Program) is not advised of critical project operations or facilities and substances that may pose safety hazards. OHSP is responsible for implementing safety measures and protocols in the workplace, but they are not specifically informed about individual projects or facilities.

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  • 33. 

    The ECC outlines the commitments of the proponent that are necessary for the project to operate within best environmental practice that are currently covered by existing laws.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the ECC outlines commitments necessary for the project to operate within best environmental practice covered by existing laws. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that the ECC does not outline these commitments.

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  • 34. 

    Requests for AI needs to be properly justified by the concerned EIARC member, and subsequently by the EIARC as a whole upon recommendation of the consolidated AI to the proponent.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is stating that requests for AI (Artificial Intelligence) need to be justified by the concerned EIARC (EIARC is not defined in the statement) member and subsequently by the EIARC as a whole. The answer "false" suggests that this statement is not true. This means that the statement is incorrect, and requests for AI may not necessarily need to be justified by the concerned EIARC member and the EIARC as a whole.

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  • 35. 

    The EIARC can require Additional Information (AI) from the Proponent based on the recommendations.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the EIARC (Environmental Impact Assessment Review Committee) has the authority to request additional information from the Proponent based on the recommendations. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that the EIARC does not have the power to require additional information from the Proponent.

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  • 36. 

    If the baseline characteristics have changed, the EMB office concerned shall require the proponent to submit a new application.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. Varies
    Explanation
    The statement does not explicitly mention whether the baseline characteristics changing would result in a requirement for a new application. Therefore, the answer "varies" suggests that the decision to require a new application may depend on the specific circumstances and the judgment of the EMB office concerned.

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  • 37. 

    Major improvements in a project need new formal applications for DENR approvals.

    • True

    • False

    • Not stated

    • Varies

    Correct Answer
    A. Varies
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that major improvements in a project require new formal applications for DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources) approvals. However, it does not specify whether the answer is true or false for all cases. The requirement for new formal applications may vary depending on the specific circumstances of the project, such as the nature of the improvements and the regulations of the DENR. Therefore, the answer varies depending on the situation.

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