International Mother Earth Day Trivia Quiz

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    The “International Mother Earth Day” was established in order to make people aware of the vulnerable situation the different ecosystems and species are in and to encourage them to protect the environment.

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This International Mother Earth Day Trivia Quiz assesses understanding of environmental issues and historical events leading to Earth Day. It encourages awareness and discussion on protecting ecosystems, highlighting the importance of environmental conservation.

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  • 2. 

    Today, more than one billion people celebrate International Mother Earth Day and encourage politicians to strive for sustainability.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement states that more than one billion people celebrate International Mother Earth Day and encourage politicians to strive for sustainability. This suggests that the statement is true, as it implies that a significant number of people participate in the celebration and advocate for sustainability.

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  • 3. 

    US senator Gaylord Nelson united students and teachers to talk about issues the environment was facing such as pollution, and to discuss ways of protecting the Earth’s natural resources.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because US senator Gaylord Nelson did indeed unite students and teachers to discuss environmental issues and ways to protect the Earth's natural resources. This was done through the establishment of Earth Day in 1970, which involved organizing events and activities to raise awareness about environmental concerns.

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  • 4. 

    The first Earth Day was celebrated after a number of protests concerning a devastating oil spill in Santa Barbara.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the first Earth Day was actually celebrated in 1970, while the devastating oil spill in Santa Barbara occurred in 1969. Therefore, the protests and oil spill did not directly lead to the creation of Earth Day.

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    The first Earth Day was established by the UN in 1970 and was celebrated on April 22

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false. The first Earth Day was not established by the UN, but by a U.S. Senator named Gaylord Nelson in 1970. It was celebrated on April 22 and aimed to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote conservation efforts.

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    What is the main idea explored in the text? Respond to the question by providing a short written answer. 

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    According to the text, what event urged people to pay more attention to the environment and appoint a day to celebrate earth? 

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