Rio Earth Summit 1992
This quiz looks into the Rio Earth Summit and how much the students know about the topic. .
Questions and Answers
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The Rio Earth Summit was an Act passed..
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement is false. The Rio Earth Summit was not an Act passed, but rather a major United Nations conference held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1992. The summit aimed to address global environmental issues and sustainable development, resulting in the adoption of important agreements such as the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development and the Agenda 21.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The Summit was envriomental conference lasting..
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3 days
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20 days
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8 days
- D.
12 days
Correct Answer
D. 12 daysExplanation
The Summit was an environmental conference that lasted for 12 days. This duration allowed for in-depth discussions and presentations on various environmental issues, strategies, and solutions. A longer conference would have been too extensive and tiring for participants, while a shorter one may not have provided enough time for meaningful discussions and networking. Therefore, a 12-day conference strikes a balance between covering a wide range of topics and ensuring participants have enough time to engage and collaborate effectively.Rate this question:
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It was the largest envrionmental conference ever held in its day.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement implies that the environmental conference being referred to was the largest of its kind at the time it took place. This suggests that the conference attracted a significant number of participants and likely had a wide range of topics and discussions related to the environment. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct as it confirms the statement's claim about the conference's size and significance.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many seperate agreements were made?
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3
- B.
5
- C.
7
Correct Answer
B. 5Explanation
The correct answer is 5. This suggests that there were a total of 5 separate agreements made.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The Convention on Biological Diversity was one of these.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that the Convention on Biological Diversity is one of the options being discussed or mentioned. Since the answer is "True," it implies that the Convention on Biological Diversity is indeed one of the options being referred to in the context.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Name one more agreements
Correct Answer
The Framework Convention on Climate change
Agenda 21
Principles of Forest Management
The Rio Declaration on Environment and DevelopmentExplanation
The given answer lists four agreements: The Framework Convention on Climate change, Agenda 21, Principles of Forest Management, and The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development. These agreements are all international agreements that focus on environmental issues and sustainable development. They address topics such as climate change, biodiversity, forest management, and the relationship between environment and development. These agreements aim to promote global cooperation and collective action to address pressing environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices.Rate this question:
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What was the Agenda 21?
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A "blueprint" for sustainable development
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21 other smaller agreements
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Correct Answer
A. A "blueprint" for sustainable developmentExplanation
Agenda 21 was a comprehensive plan or "blueprint" that aimed to promote sustainable development globally. It was adopted by 178 countries at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in 1992. The agenda outlined strategies and actions to address various environmental and social challenges, such as poverty, climate change, deforestation, and pollution. It emphasized the importance of integrating environmental protection, social equity, and economic development to achieve a sustainable future. The agenda also called for international cooperation and collaboration to implement its goals and objectives.Rate this question:
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