International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 7 Sample Paper

Help your child become an environmentally conscious citizen with the International Green Warrior Olympiad Sample Paper for Class 7. This paper is a great resource to explore sustainability topics while getting Olympiad-ready.

What's Inside the Class 7 Green Warrior Sample Paper?

• Questions on Life on Land, Zero Hunger and Life Below Water etc.
• Scenario-based MCQs to improve analytical and ecological thinking
• Answer key included for self-assessment and revision

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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	A restaurant implements some new practices in their kitchen, such as using a dishwasher efficiently and fixing leaks promptly. What impact does this have on their overall sustainability?
	a) It has no effect on sustainability.		b) It reduces water consumption and contributes positively to sustainability.
	c) It increases water wastage and negatively affects sustainability.		d) It solely improves the restaurant's kitchen hygiene but doesn't impact sustainability.

Q.2	In a particular forest, a new road was constructed, splitting the area into two smaller sections. This resulted in isolating a group of endangered species to one side. What phenomenon does this scenario represent?
	a) Deforestation		b) Habitat fragmentation
	c) Overexploitation		d) Pollution

Q.3	A community decides to implement a biomass energy system that uses organic materials to produce electricity. Which material among the following would be most suitable for this type of energy generation?
	a) Plastic waste		b) Glass bottles
	c) Agricultural residues		d) Metal scraps

Q.4	Consider the following scenario in the context of food security and agriculture: In a region with unpredictable weather patterns, farmers are facing challenges in ensuring food security for the community. They are exploring different strategies to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience. Which of the following measures would be most effective in addressing the challenges and ensuring food security in this scenario?
	a) Introducing crop diversification to reduce vulnerability to weather fluctuations.		b) Relying solely on chemical fertilisers to boost crop growth.
	c) Implementing a monoculture approach to focus on high-yielding crops.		d) Ignoring technological advancements and sticking to traditional farming methods.

Q.5	Maya and Ethan analyse a table showing the decline of multiple endangered species, each facing different threats. Based on the table, which of the following conservation strategies would likely be MOST effective for protecting ALL of the listed species? Species Primary Threat Population Trend Amur Leopard Habitat loss and poaching Decreasing Black Rhinoceros Poaching for horn Slowly increasing Sumatran Orangutan Habitat loss from deforestation Decreasing  Vaquita Entanglement in fishing nets Critically engangered
	a) Focusing solely on anti-poaching efforts.		b) Establishing more protected areas to conserve habitat.
	c) Implementing sustainable fishing practices to reduce entanglement.		d) Addressing multiple threats through a combination of conservation strategies.

Q.6	In a small town, the local government implemented a waste reduction program. They observed a decrease in greenhouse gas emissions over the years. To what extent do dietary choices contribute to this positive change?
	a) No impact, as waste reduction is solely related to recycling efforts.		b) Significant impact, as certain food choices can result in lower carbon emissions.
	c) Negligible impact, as emissions are primarily influenced by industrial activities.		d) Unrelated impact, as the waste reduction program focuses on non-food waste.

Q.7	Sarah wanted to contribute to recycling efforts in her community. She collected various items like plastic bottles, glass jars, and old newspapers. How should Sarah effectively segregate these items for recycling?
	a) Recycle all the magazines without thinking.		b) Throw away the magazines because they're old.
	c) Reuse some magazines for crafts and recycle the rest.		d) Keep all the magazines because they're pretty.

Q.8	In a lush rainforest, there is a diverse ecosystem with various plant and animal species. The interactions among these organisms involve multiple feeding relationships. What term best describes this intricate network of interconnected food chains?
	a) A diagram showing the transfer of energy in a straight line from one organism to another.		b) A sequence of organisms in an ecosystem, representing the transfer of energy from producers to consumers.
	c) A network of interconnected food chains, showing the complex feeding relationships in an ecosystem.		d) A diagram illustrating the process of photosynthesis in plants.

Q.9	A local community is considering converting a large area of forest into farmland. What are some potential environmental consequences of this conversion? 1. Loss of habitat for many plant and animal species 2. Increased soil erosion due to removal of vegetation 3. Reduced air quality due to increased dust and pollution
	a) Only 1		b) Only 1 and 2
	c) Only 2 and 3		d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.10	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.

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