Climate Change Quiz ChallengeOnline version Test your knowledge on climate change and how it affects our planet! by Lan Anh Dao 1 What gases are primarily responsible for trapping heat in Earth's atmosphere? a Carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and nitrous oxide (N₂O) b Helium (He) c Oxygen (O₂) d Nitrogen (N₂) 2 How much has the global temperature risen since the late 1800s? a 3.0°C b About 1.2°C c 2.5°C d 0.5°C 3 What percentage of human-made greenhouse gas emissions is CO₂ responsible for? a 90% b 50% c About 76% d 30% 4 Which animal is mentioned as losing its icy habitat due to climate change? a Penguins b Seals c Polar bears d Whales 5 What is one way to help slow down climate change? a Using clean energy like solar and wind power b Burning more fossil fuels c Deforestation d Increasing plastic use 6 What is a consequence of rising ocean temperatures? a Increased ice formation b Coral reefs are dying c More fish species d Higher oxygen levels 7 What can individuals do to help protect the planet? a Waste food b Turn off lights and ride bikes c Drive more cars d Use more plastic 8 What climate disaster caused over $250 billion in damages in 2023? a Earthquakes b Stronger storms, wildfires, and heatwaves c Volcanic eruptions d Tsunamis 9 What happens to jungles and oceans as a result of climate change? a They produce more oxygen b They become less effective at absorbing CO₂ c They cool down d They grow larger 10 What is the average temperature of Mars? a 25°C b 15°C c 0°C d -63°C