Eco-responsibility and the environment: True or false quiz

Are you concerned about global warming and pollution? Do you want to help protect the planet? If so, answer these questions to test your knowledge about these important issues.

True or false
1. Methane is more potent than carbon dioxide.

2. You must use a reusable grocery bag at least 15 times to make it more eco-friendly than a plastic bag.

3. One bus can take 30 to 40 cars off the road.

4. Nearly half of a video game console’s annual power is consumed in standby mode.

5. Vegetables produce the most greenhouse gas emissions.

6. Becoming a vegetarian is one of the best things you can do for the environment.

7. About 10 percent of the world’s electricity comes from coal-fired power stations.

No cheating!

Answers
1. True.
2. False. It must be used at least 35 times.
3. True.
4. True.
5. False. Animal products like beef, fish, and milk produce the most greenhouse gases.
6. True.
7. False. It’s about 40 percent.