International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 11 Sample Paper

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Syllabus:

Clean Water and Sanitation

• Water sources and quality: Sources of clean water (e.g., rivers, lakes, groundwater), water quality testing and monitoring, role of water treatment plants in ensuring safe drinking water
• Sanitation and hygiene: Importance of proper sanitation and hygiene practices, safe disposal of waste and human excreta, role of handwashing in disease prevention
• Waterborne diseases: Common waterborne diseases (e.g., cholera, diarrhoea), how waterborne diseases spread and impact public health, prevention through clean water and sanitation practices
• Water conservation and efficiency: The water cycle and its importance, strategies for water conservation at home and in communities, technologies for efficient water use (e.g., low-flow fixtures)
• Emerging technologies for clean water: Introduction to innovative water purification technologies, solar water purifiers, filtration systems, and water-purifying plants
• Water and the environment: Impact of water pollution on ecosystems and biodiversity, case studies on polluted rivers and oceans, the role of communities in protecting water sources
• Water pollution and treatment: Sources and types of water pollution (e.g., industrial, agricultural), effects of pollution on aquatic ecosystems and human health, wastewater treatment processes and their importance

Affordable and Clean Energy

• Affordable and clean energy: Differentiating between clean and fossil fuel-based energy sources
• Fossil fuels and their consequences: Understanding the environmental impact of fossil fuel use (coal, oil, natural gas), air and water pollution caused by fossil fuels, the role of carbon emissions in climate change
• Alternative energy sources: Solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, hydro, tidal, wave, biofuel etc., sources of low-carbon energy, advantages of using renewable energy in a domestic setting (solar power, geothermal heat pumps, small wind systems)
• Energy conservation and efficiency: Ways to conserve energy in daily life, benefits of conservation of energy. improving energy efficiency in homes, buildings, and industries can significantly reduce energy consumption. energy-efficient appliances, led lighting, and well-insulated buildings are examples of ways to achieve this.

Sustainable Cities and Communities

• Sustainable water management: Introduction to sustainable water management, rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling, water reuse and recycling practices
• Sustainable waste management: Encourage waste reduction, reuse of materials, and recycling to minimize waste generation
• Environmental sustainability: Preserve green spaces, parks, and natural habitats to support biodiversity
• Effects of urbanisation and sustainable urbanisation

Responsible Consumption and Production

• Responsible technology consumption: The environmental and social consequences of electronics consumption, e-waste management and responsible disposal, strategies for extending the lifespan of electronic devices
• The 5 r's: Reduce, reuse, recycle, repurpose, and refuse
• Reducing energy consumption in daily life, The role of energy-efficient appliances
• Making sustainable purchasing decisions

Climate Action

• Introduction to climate change: Definition of climate change and global warming, evidence of climate change (e.g., temperature records, ice melt, sea-level rise)
• Greenhouse effect and global warming: Understanding the greenhouse effect, role of greenhouse gases (e.g., carbon dioxide, methane), link between human activities and increased greenhouse gas concentrations
• Impacts of climate change: Effects on weather patterns and extreme events, economic and social consequences of climate change, examples of climate change impacts
• Mitigation and adaptation strategies: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions (mitigation), strategies for energy efficiency and renewable energy, climate adaptation measures and resilience building
• Climate change solutions at the individual level: Sustainable lifestyle choices, reducing carbon footprint in daily life

Life Below Water

• Preserving life below water: Reduce marine pollution, protect and restore ecosystems, reduce ocean acidification, practice sustainable fishing, conserve coastal and marine areas etc.
• Sustainable fisheries and aquaculture: Sustainable fishing practices, responsible aquaculture and fish farming, overfishing and bycatch
• Threats to life underwater: Addressing threats like climate change, debris, dead zones, toxic spills, overfishing, shoreline development, coastal erosion, ocean acidification

Life On Land

• Protect, restore, and promote the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems: Managing forests sustainably, combating desertification, restoring degraded land and soil, halting biodiversity loss, protecting threatened species
• Forest ecosystems and their importance: Introduction to forest ecosystems (temperate, tropical, boreal), role of forests in carbon storage and climate regulation, deforestation and its impacts

Food Security and Agriculture

• Food choices and sustainable eating: The environmental impact of food choices, sustainable diets and the benefits of local, seasonal foods, reducing food waste and practicing mindful eating
• Food waste reduction: The global problem of food waste, strategies for reducing food waste
• Sustainable agriculture and land use: Sustainable farming practices (e.g., organic, agroecology), role of regenerative agriculture in soil health, urban agriculture and community gardens
• Promoting farming systems that use climate-smart techniques and produce a diverse mix of foods
• Improving supply chains to reduce post-harvest food losses
• Implementing resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production

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Q.1	A small rural community plans to enhance its energy generation capacity by installing a hydroelectric dam to utilise the potential energy of water from a nearby river. Initially, the dam has a reservoir depth of 20 meters. If the community decides to double the reservoir depth to 40 meters by expanding the dam, what effect does this have on energy production?
	a) The energy output decreases as the water volume increases.		b) The energy output remains constant regardless of the reservoir depth.
	c) The energy output increases proportionally with the increased reservoir depth.		d) The energy output decreases due to excessive water pressure.

Q.2	In a study comparing two carbon offset projects, Project X focuses on reforestation, while Project Y invests in renewable energy projects. The amount of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) sequestered over a ten-year period of both projects is given below. Based on the data provided, which of the following statements is true? 1. Project X contributes more to mitigating climate change by reducing atmospheric CO2 levels, thus aiding in global efforts to combat global warming. 2. Project Y contributes more by enhancing local biodiversity and ecosystem health, promoting a sustainable environment for flora and fauna. 3. Both Project X and Project Y improve air quality in their respective regions. 4. Both Project X and Project Y reduces the resilience of ecosystem to the impacts of climate change, such as droughts, floods, and wildfires. Project CO2e Sequestered per Year (metric tons) Project X 2,500 Project Y 1,800
	a) Only 1, 2 and 3		b) Only 1 and 3
	c) Only 3		d) Only 4

Q.3	You've been tasked with organising a community waste management initiative. While researching the potential hazards of various types of waste, you discover the significant threat posed by e-waste to the environment. Based on this information, what is the primary reason why e-waste poses such a significant threat?
	a) Its rapid generation rate exceeds our ability to recycle it efficiently.		b) It contains toxic materials that leach into the environment when improperly disposed of.
	c) It takes up valuable landfill space, hindering other waste management strategies.		d) It contributes to the formation of ozone layer depletion, intensifying climate change.

Q.4	In a biodiversity conservation project, two strategies were implemented to protect endangered species: Strategy A focused on captive breeding programs, while Strategy B emphasised habitat restoration and protection. Which strategy is more likely to result in the long-term conservation of endangered species?
	a) Strategy A		b) Strategy B
	c) Both strategies will equally contribute to endangered species conservation.		d) It depends on the specific species and their reproductive behaviour.

Q.5	A community initiated a campaign to clean a polluted river. After a year, water quality improved, and fish species returned. What is the most likely reason for the return of aquatic life?
	a) Increased water temperature providing a suitable habitat.		b) Natural migration of fish from other water bodies.
	c) Introduction of genetically modified fish species.		d) Community clean-up efforts reducing pollution levels.

Q.6	Your community is contemplating the implementation of an electronics recycling program to address the growing e-waste issue. As a member of the planning committee, you're tasked with identifying key considerations for successful planning and execution of this program. What are some critical factors that should be considered when planning and implementing an electronics recycling program for the community? 1. Public education and outreach to promote program awareness 2. Establishment of convenient drop-off locations for e-waste 3. Categorise e-waste based on type for targeted recycling
	a) Only 1		b) Only 1 and 2
	c) Only 2 and 3		d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.7	You've decided to upgrade your home's insulation to improve energy efficiency. Which material is often used as an effective insulator in walls due to its low thermal conductivity?
	a) Plastic cling wrap		b) Plywood sheets
	c) Aluminium foil		d) Fiberglass

Q.8	In a study comparing the environmental impact of various diets, researchers found that a vegan diet had the lowest ecological footprint. What factors might contribute to this finding?
	a) Vegans typically consume less food than meat-eaters.		b) Vegans typically avoid processed foods, which often have a high environmental impact.
	c) Vegans consume plant-based foods, which require less land, water, and energy to produce than animal-based foods.		d) Vegans typically avoid animal products, which are associated with greenhouse gas emissions.

Q.9	A community in an arid region has implemented a rainwater harvesting system to collect and store rainwater for various uses. The community relies heavily on this system as their primary source of water. However, due to climate change, the rainfall patterns have become unpredictable. The graph below shows the rainfall pattern over the past 8 years. Which factor is most likely to limit the effectiveness of the rainwater harvesting system in this scenario? A. Inadequate storage capacity hindering collection during periods of heavy rainfall B. Minimising the environmental impact of excessive runoff during heavy rainfall periods. C. Unpredictable collection amounts resulting in insufficient water supply during dry spells. D. Contamination risks associated with pollutants present in the collected rainwater.
	a) A, B and C only		b) A, C and D only
	c) B, C and D only		d) A, B and D only

Q.10	Helen wakes up one frosty winter morning to see tiny water droplets on her bedroom windows. She knows this condensation signifies heat loss. Determined to save energy and stay warm, Helen considers several solutions. Which one of the following would be the most effective in reducing energy loss from the windows?
	a) Invest in heavy curtains and blinds for all her windows.		b) Increase the temperature setting on her thermostat by a few degrees.
	c) Use a dehumidifier to remove moisture from the air.		d) Replace her single-pane windows with double-pane, insulated windows.

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