International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 5 Previous Year Papers

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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	Identify a prevalent issue contributing to water wastage within urban water supply systems:
	a) Overuse of water by residents		b) Inefficient water treatment methods
	c) Excessive rainfall leading to runoff		d) Leakage in pipes and infrastructure

Q.2	As part of their school's eco-friendly art exhibition, students were challenged to showcase artwork using only recycled or upcycled materials. What type of project would align best with the theme of waste reduction?
	a) Painting on a new canvas		b) Digital artwork displayed on a computer screen
	c) Buying disposable plastic cups to make a mural		d) Sculpture made from discarded metal parts

Q.3	Which human activity significantly contributes to the increase in greenhouse gas emissions, thus exacerbating climate change?
	a) Planting trees and enhancing green spaces.		b) Using renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.
	c) Burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas for energy.		d) Decreasing industrial production and manufacturing.

Q.4	A farmer in a region with poor soil quality is struggling to grow healthy crops. What can be done to improve agricultural productivity in this area?
	a) Use more chemical fertilisers to compensate for poor soil quality		b) Continue current farming practices as they are sufficient
	c) Implement soil improvement techniques such as adding organic matter and minerals		d) Abandon farming in this region and focus on other areas with better soil

Q.5	In a bid to reduce paper waste at school, Emily's environmental club initiated a campaign to promote responsible paper usage. They aimed to encourage students to adopt eco-friendly practices. Which action would BEST support Emily's goal?
	a) Printing single-sided for every document without considering alternatives.		b) Using new paper for every draft to ensure clarity and neatness.
	c) Discarding unused paper in the trash to avoid clutter.		d) Using both sides of the paper before recycling to maximise its utility.

Q.6	Only a small number of wildlife is found in the Arctic region. How will global warming affect the wildlife there?
	a) The wildlife will have more water to drink when the ice melts.		b) The animals will lose their habitat when the ice in the Arctic melts.
	c) There will be more animals migrating to the Arctic when the weather becomes warmer.		d) The rate of reproduction will increase for the wildlife when the temperature increases.

Q.7	During a recent expedition, a team of marine biologists encountered a troubling sight: suffocation of marine animals and the destruction of coral reefs. What factor significantly endangers marine life, leading to extensive harm in oceanic ecosystems?
	a) Introduction of sustainable tourism in coastal areas		b) Oil spills from ships and offshore platforms
	c) Coastal erosion due to natural causes		d) Establishment of marine protected areas.

Q.8	Pam wants to help the bird population recover. She is considering a number of different conservation strategies. What are some of the conservation strategies that Pam could consider? 1. Planting trees to provide more nesting sites and food sources 2. Reducing the amount of deforestation in the area 3. Educating people about the importance of protecting the forest ecosystem
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Only 2 and 3		d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.9	Jenny is concerned about climate change and wants to use an energy source that does not contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Which type of energy should she opt for?
	a) Natural gas energy		b) Wind energy
	c) Petroleum energy		d) Coal energy

Q.10	A local farmer notices a decrease in insect populations in his fields. This decline coincides with the decrease in crop yield as well. He remembers recently switching to a new type of pesticide. What connection can be made between these observations? A. The pesticide killed the insects, which were helping the crops grow. B. The pesticide is making the soil less fertile, so the crops cannot grow properly. C. The decrease in insects is due to a natural change in the environment. D. The farmer's observations are unrelated to his pesticide use.
	a) A only		b) A and B only
	c) B, C and D only		d) A, B, C and D

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