International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 5 Previous Year Paper

Looking to raise an environmentally aware child? The International Green Warrior Olympiad for Class 5 helps students understand the importance of protecting our planet through practical and thoughtful questions. Practising previous year papers can make a big difference in how confidently your child approaches the exam.

Why Use Previous Year Papers?

• Topics include Clean Water and Sanitation, Affordable and Clean Energy and Sustainable Cities and Communities etc.
• Encourages critical thinking about sustainability and daily environmental choices.
• Improves familiarity with exam structure and boosts accuracy through regular practice.

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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	What is the effect of ocean pollution on marine life?
	a) It can entangle marine life.		b) It can poison marine life.
	c) It can destroy marine habitats.		d) All of these

Q.2	A research institute is discussing the importance of mangrove forests. What is the crucial role of mangroves in coastal ecosystems?
	a) Enhancing water clarity for increased marine tourism		b) Reducing the effects of storm surges and erosion
	c) Providing suitable environments for deep-sea creatures		d) Supporting the growth of coral reefs through chemical interactions

Q.3	Sarah, an adventurous soul, embarked on a solo camping trip in a remote area without access to clean drinking water. She finds a natural spring. Which method would be MOST effective in purifying the water for safe consumption?
	a) Boil the water for at least 1 minute at rolling boil.		b) Filter the water with a coffee filter.
	c) Leave the water in the sun for several hours.		d) Add a few drops of bleach and wait 30 minutes.

Q.4	While snorkelling, Mia notices vibrant coral reefs teeming with tiny fish and colourful invertebrates. What role do these small creatures play in the marine food web?
	a) Primary producers: They capture sunlight and produce food for herbivores.		b) Secondary consumers: They hunt smaller fish and invertebrates for sustenance.
	c) Primary consumers: They graze on algae and provide food for larger predators.		d) Apex predators: They occupy the top of the food chain with few natural predators.

Q.5	What helps in making food more accessible to everyone? 1. Having a car to travel to distant markets 2. Having schools provide free meals 3. Having expensive restaurants in the locality 4. Having a limited number of grocery stores in the area
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Both 1 and 3		d) Both 2 and 4

Q.6	During the rainy season, your family collects rainwater from the rooftop using a system of gutters and storage tanks. What is this method of collecting water called?
	a) Desalination		b) Filtration
	c) Rainwater harvesting		d) Well water collection

Q.7	A region faced the challenge of rampant deforestation, impacting the local climate. What weather phenomenon could be intensified due to the reduction of forest cover in this area?
	a) Tornadoes		b) Avalanches
	c) Hailstorms		d) Heatwaves

Q.8	Sarah noticed that her house generated a lot of waste daily, especially paper. She wanted to help reduce this waste. Which action would be the best way for Sarah to contribute to waste reduction? 1. Buying new toys regularly 2. Using separate bins for recyclables and non-recyclables 3. Throwing away old newspapers immediately 4. Using disposable cups for drinking water
	a) Only 1		b) Both 2 and 3
	c) Only 2		d) Both 3 and 4

Q.9	You are a city planner who is designing a new neighborhood. What renewable energy sources could you incorporate into the design of the neighborhood? 1. Solar panels on rooftops 2. Wind turbines in parks and open spaces 3. Geothermal systems to heat and cool homes and businesses 4. Diesel powered generators
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) 1, 2 and 3		d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.10	In an experiment to study a terrestrial food web, scientists set up a controlled environment in a forest ecosystem. They observed an increase in the population of herbivorous insects. What would be the most likely consequence of this population increase on the food web?
	a) An increase in plant populations due to reduced herbivory		b) A decrease in carnivorous insect populations due to competition
	c) A decrease in plant populations due to increase consumption of plants		d) A decrease in soil microorganisms

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