International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 7 Previous Year Papers

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Syllabus:

Clean Water and Sanitation

1. Introduction to clean water: Understanding the importance of clean water and proper sanitation, various sources of clean water, methods to purify water, water treatment plans, methods to filtre water
2. Proper sanitation and personal hygiene: Sanitation and personal hygiene practices and their impact on health, access to clean toilets and sanitation facilities
3. Waterborne diseases: Common waterborne diseases (e.g., cholera, dysentery), how waterborne diseases spread, prevention through clean water and sanitation
4. Water scarcity and global water issues: Exploring water scarcity in different regions, the role of climate change in water scarcity
5. Water pollution and treatment: Sources and types of water pollution, consequences of water pollution, wastewater treatment processes
6. Water conservation: The water cycle and its importance, strategies for water conservation, technologies for efficient water use

Affordable and Clean Energy

1. Sources of energy: Exploration of various energy sources (e.g., fossil fuels, renewable energy, nuclear), how energy is generated from different sources, environmental impacts of different energy sources
2. Renewable energy sources: Introduction to renewable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind, hydro, geothermal), how renewable energy systems work, advantages and challenges of renewable energy
3. Energy conservation and efficiency: Understanding the importance of energy conservation, practical tips for saving energy at home and school, energy-efficient technologies and practices
4. Introduction to clean energy: Understanding the concept of clean energy, differentiating clean energy from fossil fuels
5. Clean energy innovations: Innovations in clean energy technology, solar roadways and smart grids
6. Environmental impact of fossil fuels: Understanding the environmental impact of fossil fuel use, air and water pollution caused by fossil fuels

Sustainable Cities and Communities

1. Sustainable transportation and green infrastructure: Introduction to sustainable transportation, the role of electric and hybrid vehicles, bicycles as a sustainable mode of transportation, sustainable urban planning and green infrastructure
2. Characteristics of sustainable cities: Green infrastructure, urban farming, efficient public transportation, operations on renewable energy sources, waste management
3. Universal access to safe, inclusive, and accessible green and public spaces

Responsible Consumption and Production

1. The three r's: reduce, reuse, recycle: Importance of three r's of responsible consumption, strategies to reduce waste and consumption, creative ways to reuse items, introduction to recycling and waste separation
2. Responsible consumption of water and energy: Importance of conserving water and energy, practical tips for saving water and electricity, energy-efficient appliances and lighting
3. Responsible consumption of water and energy: Importance of conserving water and energy, practical tips for saving water and electricity, energy-efficient appliances and lighting

Climate Action

1. Introduction to climate change: Understanding the concept of climate change, differentiating between climate and weather, causes and effects of climate change
2. The carbon cycle: Understanding the carbon cycle, how humans disrupt the carbon cycle
3. Earth's climate systems: Introduction to earth's climate systems, the role of the atmosphere and oceans in climate regulation
4. The greenhouse effect: Explaining the greenhouse effect, how it affects the earth's temperature

Life Below Water

1. Conservation of marine life: Exploring marine protected areas and marine sanctuaries, importance of marine conservation for biodiversity
2. Threats to marine ecosystems: Identifying human activities that harm marine ecosystems (e.g., overfishing, pollution, habitat destruction), discussing the impact of climate change on oceans
3. Marine pollution and plastic waste: Sources and types of marine pollution (e.g., plastic waste, oil spills), impact of pollution on marine life and ecosystems, solutions and cleanup efforts

Life On Land

1. Introduction to terrestrial ecosystems: Understanding terrestrial ecosystems (e.g., forests, grasslands, deserts), importance of land-based environments
2. Endangered species and conservation: Introduction to endangered species, conservation efforts to protect endangered species
3. Major threats to terrestrial ecosystems: Habitat destruction and fragmentation, deforestation, overexploitation, pollution, agriculture practices, etc.

Food Security and Agriculture

1. Food choices and sustainability: The impact of food choices on the environment, reducing food waste at home and school, sustainable farming practices (e.g., organic, local), composting and its benefits
2. Climate change and food security: How climate change affects food production and agriculture, strategies for adapting to changing climates in agriculture

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Q.1	Alex is reviewing a research paper on atmospheric gases. Which gases in the atmosphere contribute significantly to the greenhouse effect, aiding in climate regulation?
	a) Oxygen and nitrogen		b) Nitrogen and helium
	c) Carbon dioxide and methane		d) Hydrogen and argon

Q.2	Lisa and Michael are environmental consultants advising a town's energy committee on renewable energy options. The committee is debating between hydroelectric, solar, and wind power for their region's future energy needs. Why might hydroelectric power be considered more versatile than solar or wind power?
	a) Hydroelectric power generates electricity consistently, regardless of weather conditions.		b) Hydroelectric power works in many different regions, unlike solar and wind limited by location.
	c) Hydroelectric power requires larger land areas than solar or wind farms.		d) Solar and wind power have higher energy conversion efficiencies than hydroelectric power.

Q.3	A town located near a geothermal hotspot is exploring various uses for geothermal energy. Considering the town's needs and available resources, where could geothermal energy be most efficiently utilised?
	a) Heating residential buildings in cold climates		b) Powering portable electronic devices
	c) Fuelling vehicles for long-distance travel		d) Illuminating streetlights in urban areas

Q.4	What is the primary function of a hydroelectric power plant in generating electricity?
	a) Converting water flow into mechanical energy that directly powers turbines.		b) Storing water in reservoirs to control floods and generate electricity simultaneously.
	c) Directly converting water pressure into electrical energy through underwater turbines.		d) Using water to cool down generators and facilitate electrical production.

Q.5	In a small-scale wastewater treatment experiment, a student used an activated sludge process to treat a sample of domestic wastewater as represented below. The student observed a significant reduction in the BOD levels. What is the role of activated sludge in this process?
	a) It introduces chemicals to disinfect the wastewater.		b) It physically filters out impurities from the wastewater.
	c) It separates oil and grease from the wastewater.		d) It provides a medium for the growth of microorganisms that break down organic matter.

Q.6	Consider a scenario where a city implements extensive water conservation methods, reducing wastewater released into rivers by 40%. If initially, 1,000 cubic meters of wastewater flowed into rivers per day, what would be the new daily volume released after conservation efforts?
	a) 1,400 cubic meters		b) 350 cubic meters
	c) 600 cubic meters		d) 400 cubic meters

Q.7	During science class, students learned about waste separation and its significance. Which practice best aligns with responsible waste separation?
	a) Mixing plastic, paper, and glass together in the same bin for collection.		b) Composting food waste along with plastic wrappers.
	c) Discarding all waste in a single bin for easier disposal.		d) Segregating waste into different bins for recycling and composting.

Q.8	Consider the following scenario and choose the correct option. Scenario: You're a college student living in a shared hostel room with two other roommates. You've noticed increased common illnesses among your roommates, like colds, flu, and stomach upsets. You suspect poor hygiene might be playing a role. Instructions: Choose the MOST LIKELY way your hygiene habits could contribute to your roommates' health problems, and explain your reasoning.
	a) You always shower after gym class, but you only wash your hands before eating.		b) You keep your laundry hamper overflowing with dirty clothes for days before washing them.
	c) You clean your desk surface regularly, but you rarely disinfect your phone or laptop keyboard.		d) You use a common towel to dry your hands after washing them in the shared bathroom.

Q.9	A group of environmental scientists conducted a study on the significance of land-based environments in maintaining ecological balance. They explored various aspects ranging from biodiversity to human reliance on terrestrial ecosystems. During their research, the scientists observed a correlation between land-based environments and the overall health of marine ecosystems. Choose an appropriate option that best reflects the importance of terrestrial ecosystems for marine life.
	a) Land-based environments have minimal impact on marine ecosystems, thus their significance is negligible.		b) Terrestrial environments act as a buffer, filtering pollutants before they reach the oceans, thus preserving marine habitats.
	c) Marine ecosystems are entirely independent of land-based environments, having no ecological connections.		d) Human activities in terrestrial ecosystems do not affect the quality of water in marine environments.

Q.10	Create an experiment using two plant pots, one covered with plastic wrap and the other left uncovered. Which observation would support the idea that greenhouse gases contribute to warming?
	a) The covered pot shows lower soil moisture compared to the uncovered one.		b) Both pots exhibit similar temperature increases.
	c) The covered pot shows a greater temperature increase than the uncovered one.		d) Both pots show a decrease in temperature.

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