#1
Which of the following is a key principle of sustainability?
Disposable culture
Single-use plastics
Renewable resources
Excessive consumption
#2
Which organization is responsible for developing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
World Health Organization (WHO)
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
World Bank
#3
What is the primary goal of the 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' mantra in sustainability?
Encouraging overconsumption
Minimizing waste and promoting responsible resource use
Supporting single-use products
Ignoring environmental concerns
#4
What is the significance of the '7 R's' in sustainable waste management?
Randomization
Recklessness
Recovery
Reduction
#5
Which of the following is a key component of a sustainable supply chain?
Excessive packaging
Single-source suppliers
Responsible sourcing and ethical practices
High energy consumption
#6
What does the term 'carbon footprint' refer to in the context of sustainability?
The amount of carbon dioxide emitted by an individual or organization
The physical footprint left by carbon-based fuels
The carbon content in food products
The measurement of carbon storage in forests
#7
Which of the following is an example of a sustainable practice in agriculture?
Monoculture farming
Heavy use of synthetic pesticides
Crop rotation and organic farming
Clear-cutting forests for agriculture
#8
Which international agreement aims to address climate change by limiting global warming?
World Trade Organization (WTO)
Paris Agreement
North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)
Kyoto Protocol
#9
What is the main objective of the circular economy in sustainability?
Maximizing resource extraction
Minimizing waste and promoting recycling
Encouraging disposable products
Focusing on linear production processes
#10
Which renewable energy source is derived from the Earth's internal heat?
Solar power
Wind energy
Geothermal energy
Hydropower
#11
What is the concept of 'ecological footprint' in sustainability?
The physical footprint left by ecological disasters
The measurement of individual or population impact on the environment
The carbon content in ecosystems
The rate of deforestation
#12
What is the concept of the 'triple bottom line' in sustainability?
Balancing financial, social, and environmental goals
Prioritizing financial profits over social and environmental concerns
Focusing solely on environmental conservation
Emphasizing only social responsibility
#13
In the context of sustainable development, what does the term 'resilience' refer to?
The ability to bounce back from environmental disasters
The speed of economic growth
The efficiency of resource extraction
The rate of urbanization
#14
Which of the following is considered a green building practice?
Using non-recyclable materials
Installing energy-efficient systems
Maximizing water consumption
Ignoring indoor air quality
#15
What role does biodiversity play in promoting sustainability?
It has no impact on sustainability
Promotes ecosystem resilience and stability
Decreases the need for conservation efforts
Leads to monoculture dominance
#16
What is the role of the 'precautionary principle' in sustainable decision-making?
Encouraging risky behaviors
Promoting immediate action without considering potential harm
Taking action to prevent potential environmental harm, even if scientific evidence is uncertain
Ignoring the need for precaution in decision-making
#17
Which of the following is an example of social sustainability?
Exploitative labor practices
Community engagement and fair labor practices
Ignoring human rights
Maximizing income inequality