International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 3 Previous Year Papers

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Syllabus:

Clean Water and Sanitation

1. Importance of clean water and sanitation
2. Access to clean water: Sources of clean water, water purification methods, role of water treatment plants
3. Sanitation and hygiene: Importance of proper sanitation, personal hygiene practices, keeping our surroundings clean, handwashing demonstration and practice, diseases that can spread due to poor sanitation and hygiene
4. Water conservation: Understanding the water cycle, ways to conserve water, practical tips for conserving water
5. Water and environment: Impact of pollution on water bodies, importance of clean rivers and oceans

Affordable and Clean Energy

1. Introduction to energy: Understanding what energy is, different forms of energy (e.g., solar, wind, fossil fuels), importance of energy in our daily livesEnergy conservation: The concept of energy conservation, practical tips for saving energy at home and school, energy-efficient appliances and lighting
2. Access to clean energy: How lack of access to clean energy affects communities, solar power in remote areas
3. Renewable and non-renewable energy: Understanding of renewable energy sources (e.g., a solar-powered toy car, a wind turbine), biomass as a renewable energy source, how biomass is used for cooking and heating, environmental benefits and challenges
4. Clean energy and the environment: The impact of clean energy on the environment, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
5. Fossil fuels and pollution: What are fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas)?, the environmental impact of fossil fuel use, air pollution and its consequences, ways to reduce fossil fuel use

Sustainable Cities and Communities

1. Sustainable water management: Rainwater harvesting, water reuse and recycling, role of communities in protecting water sources
2. Sustainable transportation: Introduction to electric and hybrid vehicles, bicycles as a sustainable mode of transportation, reducing carbon emissions through transportation choices, eco-friendly transportation
3. Sustainable materials: Identifying sustainable materials (e.g., paper, cloth, glass), harmful materials (e.g., plastics), exploring biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials
4. Sustainable energy sources: Introduction to clean and renewable energy sources, solar energy and how it works, wind energy and its benefits

Responsible Consumption and Production

1. Responsible consumption: Why responsible consumption is important, connection between consumption and the environment
2. Reduce, reuse, recycle: The three R's of responsible consumption, how to reduce waste, ways to reuse items, introduction to recycling and its benefits
3. Food choices and waste: The impact of food choices on the environment, reducing food waste at home and school, composting and its benefits
4. Responsible energy use include: Turning off your computer screen when you're not using it, putting a lid on your pot or pan etc.
5. Waste reduction and upcycling projects: Using recycled or upcycled materials

Climate Action

1. Introduction to climate change: Understanding what climate change is, causes of climate change (e.g., greenhouse gases), impacts of climate change on the planet
2. The greenhouse effect: Explaining the greenhouse effect, how it affects the earth's temperature
3. Reducing our carbon footprint: Strategies to reduce personal carbon footprints, discussion on energy conservation, transportation choices, and waste reduction
4. Climate change impacts: Effects of climate change on ecosystems, wildlife, and communities

Life Below Water

1. Oceans and their importance: Importance of oceans and water bodies, different marine habitats (e.g., coral reefs, kelp forests, open ocean), marine species and their adaptations to underwater life
2. Marine food webs: Exploring marine food chains and webs
3. Threats to underwater life: Overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, coastal development, human disturbance etc.
4. Ocean pollution: Sources of marine pollution (e.g., plastic waste, oil spills), effects of pollution on marine life and ecosystems, how individuals can reduce ocean pollution

Life On Land

1. Types of terrestrial ecosystems: Introduction to major terrestrial ecosystems (e.g., forests, savannas, wetlands, desert etc.), characteristics of each ecosystem
2. Forests and their importance: Understanding the significance of forests (e.g., carbon storage, oxygen production), reforestation and forest conservation efforts
3. Threats to life on land: Urbanization, pollution, land degradation, wildfires, poaching and illegal wildlife trade etc.
4. Biodiversity on land: Exploring the diversity of plant and animal life on land, discussing the interconnectedness of species in ecosystems

Food Security and Agriculture

1. Food Security: Definition and importance of food security, factors affecting food security (availability, accessibility, affordability).
2. Sustainable Agriculture: Introduction to sustainable farming practices, importance of conserving natural resources
3. Food Safety: Importance of food safety and hygiene, safe handling and preparation of food
4. Factors affecting agriculture and food security: Climate, soil, land, water, poverty, population etc.

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Q.1	Neil noticed that some parts of the beach where he used to play are now covered with water. Why is this happening?
	a) Because of rising sea levels		b) Because of heavy rain
	c) Because the sun is getting hotter		d) Because people are swimming more

Q.2	A street sweeper notices a spilled ice cream cone on the sidewalk. What would they do when they see this mess?
	a) Clean it up		b) Leave it as it is
	c) Call someone else to clean it		d) The person who dropped it will clean it

Q.3	Sarah had a basket full of delicious fruits. She shared them with her friends at school. What does sharing food like fruits with friends teach us?
	a) Sharing makes fruits taste better		b) Keeping fruits to oneself is better
	c) Eating fruits alone is healthier		d) Sharing shows kindness and friendship

Q.4	Emily's family likes to cook multiple dishes for dinner. What's an energy-saving method for Emily's family while cooking?
	a) Using a microwave for every dish.		b) Keep all burners on for quick cooking.
	c) Use lids on pots and pans		d) Prepare meals using an open flame

Q.5	During a beach cleanup event, Mia and her friends noticed an alarming amount of trash washed ashore. They discussed the potential impact of this pollution on the marine environment. What effect might the pollution observed by Mia and her friends have on marine ecosystems?
	a) Promoting healthy marine life due to new habitats formed by trash		b) No impact on marine ecosystems as they can adapt to any pollution
	c) Disrupting marine habitats, harming wildlife, and affecting ecosystem balance		d) Enhancing biodiversity by introducing new species to the marine environment

Q.6	Maria went to the park with her family. She saw colourful bins there. What were the bins for?
	a) Sorting trash like paper and plastic.		b) Keeping lost and found items.
	c) Collecting different types of leaves.		d) Storing toys for kids to share.

Q.7	In a picturesque village nestled beside a dense forest, lived Maya, a passionate environmentalist known as the "Forest Guardian." Maya dedicated her life to raising awareness about the significance of forests among the villagers. What role do forests primarily play in the ecosystem?
	a) Absorbing excess oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide		b) Maintaining desert ecosystems
	c) Providing shelter for aquatic animals		d) Acting as the lungs of the Earth, absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen

Q.8	While studying for her science test, Kathy takes frequent breaks to watch short videos on her phone. Which of the following actions would help Kathy use energy more responsibly?
	a) Keep the phone's brightness at maximum level to see the videos better.		b) Watch the videos on her laptop instead of her phone, as it has a bigger screen.
	c) Unplug the phone charger when the phone is fully charged.		d) Continuously watch videos on her phone without breaks.

Q.9	In Mark's village, a large factory emits smoke into the air every day. What might happen to the trees near the factory because of the smoke?
	a) The trees might lose their leaves and become unhealthy.		b) Trees are not affected by smoke.
	c) The trees might grow more leaves.		d) The trees might produce more fruits.

Q.10	After a heavy rainfall, the water flows down the streets and into the drains, eventually reaching the rivers and oceans. This is an example of:
	a) Condensation		b) Evaporation
	c) Transpiration		d) Runoff

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