International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 7 Sample Paper

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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 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.2	Consider the city planning graph below, showing the distribution of bike lanes, pedestrian pathways, and green spaces in a city. Which area is most sustainably developed?
	a) Area A		b) Area B
	c) Area C		d) Area D

Q.3	Your once-sunny city seems shrouded in a hazy cloud of smog, especially during winter. Cars and factories are the main culprits, but everyone suffers from breathing difficulties and reduced visibility. Which air pollutants from fossil fuels are likely contributing to this smog, and how can your city combat these issues?
	a) Fine particulate matter from car dust and industrial activities traps pollutants in the air, worsening smog. Investing in public transportation and green spaces can alleviate the problem.		b) Carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas from fossil fuels, directly contributes to smog, and the solution lies solely in switching to renewable energy sources like solar and wind.
	c) Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide from vehicle exhausts and factory emissions combine with sunlight to form harmful smog, which can be tackled by promoting electric vehicles and stricter emission regulations.		d) Smog is primarily caused by natural phenomena like dust storms and forest fires, and the city should focus on preparing for these events rather than blaming fossil fuels.

Q.4	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.5	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.6	In a coastal city, citizens are concerned about the decreasing number of mangrove forests. What role do mangrove forests play in protecting marine ecosystems, and how can their depletion harm marine life?
	a) Mangroves prevent erosion and provide habitats; their depletion can lead to loss of breeding grounds for fish and increased coastal erosion		b) Mangroves absorb excess nutrients; their depletion can lead to overgrowth of marine plants and decreased oxygen levels in water
	c) Mangroves reduce ocean acidity; their depletion can lead to coral bleaching and loss of biodiversity		d) Mangroves filter pollutants; their depletion has no significant impact on marine life

Q.7	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.8	The school cafeteria has decided to install energy-efficient appliances. They replaced the older refrigerator and cooking equipment with energy-star rated models. How might this change affect the school's energy consumption over a year?
	a) Increase significantly		b) Decrease gradually
	c) No change		d) Fluctuate unpredictably

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	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

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