International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 4 Sample Paper

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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	In a village, there lived a young girl named Maya. She loved exploring nature and understood the importance of conserving natural resources. What did Maya learn about conserving water resources?
	a) Water should be wasted because it is an abundant resource.		b) Using excessive water is necessary for healthy plant growth.
	c) Water should be conserved as it's crucial for life and agriculture.		d) Using water indiscriminately does not affect the environment.

Q.2	As the seasons passed, the town experienced more frequent and severe storms. How might these extreme weather events be linked to climate change?
	a) Natural weather cycles occurring randomly.		b) Increased deforestation in the surrounding areas.
	c) Shifts in ocean currents affecting atmospheric patterns.		d) Rapid urbanisation leading to weather alterations.

Q.3	What are some diseases that can spread due to poor sanitation and hygiene? 1. Diarrheal diseases, such as cholera and dysentery. 2. Respiratory infections, such as pneumonia and influenza. 3. Skin infections, such as scabies and ringworm. 4. Parasitic infections, such as worms and lice.
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Only 2 and 3		d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.4	Mac and Sam are two community leaders in a town both are passionate about finding ways to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Which action would have the most significant impact?
	a) Advocating for policy changes that promote renewable energy and discourage fossil fuels.		b) Buying locally sourced food to reduce transportation emissions.
	c) By using the car for short trips or by increasing personal transportation.		d) Removing all existing solar panels from buildings and homes.

Q.5	At a bustling street market, Orry and Sara dig into delicious street food. Sara washes her hands with tap water provided by the vendor, while Orry opts for a quick wipe with a tissue provided by his friend. Who is more likely to experience foodborne illness, and why?
	a) Sara, because tap water in crowded places might be contaminated.		b) Orry, because tissues are ineffective against grease and foodborne bacteria.
	c) Both, as neither tap water nor tissues, provide sufficient protection against foodborne bacteria.		d) Neither, because the street food was probably freshly prepared and hygienic.

Q.6	You're excited to celebrate your friend's birthday and want to make them a special card. But you also care about the environment and want to be eco-friendly. Which option for your birthday card is the most sustainable?
	a) Buy a pre-made card made from recycled paper with plastic glitter and foil accents.		b) Download and print a colourful card design on printer paper.
	c) Order a custom-made card printed on high-quality paper.		d) Craft a card using upcycled materials like old fabric, cardboard, or buttons.

Q.7	What impact does population growth have on food security? 1. Increased population reduces food demand 2. Larger populations have no effect on food production 3. Rapid population growth can strain food resources 4. A growing population guarantees surplus food production
	a) Only 1		b) Only 3
	c) Both 2 and 3		d) Both 3 and 4

Q.8	Jose's school organises a paper drive to collect used paper for recycling. Why is responsible paper consumption important, even though trees are constantly growing?
	a) Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.		b) Reducing paper use helps conserve water and energy used in production.
	c) Recycled paper has properties that make it better than new paper.		d) Trees are abundant, and cutting them down for paper doesn't impact the environment.

Q.9	In a grassland food web experiment, researchers introduced a new herbivore species not native to the area. This herbivore consumed a wide range of plants. What is the most likely impact of introducing this herbivore on the grassland food web?
	a) An increase in plant diversity due to reduced herbivory		b) A decrease in the populations of native herbivores
	c) An increase in the populations of top predators		d) No significant impact on the food web structure

Q.10	Blair's family always uses reusable shopping bags and avoids buying bottled water. They also eat mostly plant-based meals and compost food scraps. Serena's family uses plastic bags, drinks bottled water, and throws away food scraps. Select the statement(s) that accurately shows how Blair and Serena's families' consumption affects the environment. 1. Blair's family uses less plastic, reducing pollution and resource depletion. 2. Blair's family consumes more energy due to using reusable bags. 3. Blair's family contributes more greenhouse gases through plant-based meals. 4. Serena's family has a smaller environmental footprint because they buy less.
	a) Only 1		b) Only 1 and 3
	c) Only 2, 3 and 4		d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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