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	John wants to water his garden efficiently. What's the best time for him to water the plants?
	a) Late morning when the sun is hot		b) Late afternoon when it's a bit cooler
	c) Early morning when it's cooler and less windy		d) Late evening just before bedtime

Q.2	In Country X, the government is facing the challenges of adapting to climate change impacts, particularly in regions prone to floods and hurricanes. They've initiated various strategies to mitigate these effects. Which of the following strategies is/are NOT a viable approach for Country X to adapt to climate change impacts based on the case study? 1. Implementing sustainable resource management practices. 2. Developing early warning systems for extreme weather events. 3. Investing in climate-resilient infrastructure and agriculture. 4. Promoting deforestation and habitat destruction for economic gain.
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Only 3 and 4		d) Only 4

Q.3	In a town nestled near a volcanic region, residents are exploring an energy source that ensures consistent power regardless of the time of day or weather conditions. Which energy source would be most beneficial for this town's uninterrupted energy needs?
	a) Solar power from panels		b) Wind turbines on nearby hills
	c) Hydroelectric power from a nearby river		d) Geothermal energy from underground heat

Q.4	During one of their hikes, the friends encountered a variety of wildlife, including polar bears and penguins that seemed displaced. What could be a likely reason for these animals to be found far away from their natural habitats?
	a) They were seeking new places to breed.		b) Climate change disrupted their usual food sources and habitats.
	c) They were migrating for seasonal changes.		d) Human intervention caused their displacement.

Q.5	What is a major source of plastic pollution in the oceans? 1. Improper waste disposal on beaches 2. Ocean currents carrying plastic waste from land 3. Controlled recycling centres near coastal areas 4. Natural formation of plastic in the ocean
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Only 1 and 2		d) Only 3 and 4

Q.6	Tom and Lily were thinking about different sources of energy for their home. Which options are renewable energy sources? 1. Coal and natural gas 2. Solar energy and wind energy 3. Hydro energy and geothermal energy
	a) Only 1		b) Only 3
	c) Both 1 and 2		d) Both 2 and 3

Q.7	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.8	A group of scientists is studying the ocean and how living things help clean up waste. Who is very important in the ocean for turning old stuff into useful nutrients?
	a) Seaweed		b) Tiny living things called Bacteria.
	c) Fish that eat plants.		d) Green plants called Seagrass

Q.9	Jake was on a jeep tour through a vast savanna with scattered trees, tall grasses, and large herbivores like zebras and giraffes. What adaptation helps these animals thrive in this seasonal ecosystem? 1. Thick fur or feathers for insulation against harsh desert temperatures. 2. Webbed feet and gills for navigating rivers and swamps in wetland ecosystems. 3. Long legs and speed for efficient grazing and escaping predators in the open terrain. 4. Thick blubber and streamlined bodies for swimming and hunting prey in polar regions.
	a) Only 1		b) Only 3
	c) Both 1 and 3		d) Both 2 and 4

Q.10	Diana is passionate about reducing waste at school. She proposes a competition where students create musical instruments using only recycled materials. Which of these instruments would be the least likely to be created using recycled materials?
	a) A drum made from an old paint bucket and wooden spoons		b) A guitar with a body fashioned from cardboard and strings made from fishing line
	c) A keyboard with keys made from bottle caps and a frame from scrap wood		d) A flute carved from a bamboo branch

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