International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 5 Sample Paper

Encourage your child to think green and act smart with the International Green Warrior Olympiad Sample Paper for Class 5. These papers are designed to develop awareness about sustainability while preparing students for Olympiad-style questions.

What's Inside the Class 5 Green Warrior Sample Paper?

• Topic-based mcqs on waste management, clean energy, and biodiversity
• Two Topic section: Green Champ and Green Challenger
• Answer key for self-review and improvement

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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	Sasha's family decided to participate in an energy-saving competition. They were surprised to learn that their old refrigerator consumed the most electricity. What alternative could they consider to minimise energy consumption and keep food fresh?
	a) Replace it with a newer, energy-efficient model.		b) Unplug the refrigerator when not in use.
	c) Adjust the temperature settings to a higher level.		d) Fill the refrigerator to capacity for better insulation.

Q.2	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.3	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

Q.4	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.5	Kate is a young girl who lives in a small village in a developing country. Her village is located on the coast of the ocean, and it is often affected by storms and floods. In recent years, the storms and floods have become more frequent and severe. Kate is worried about the impact of climate change on her village and her community. What are some of the potential impacts of climate change on Kate's village? 1. More frequent and severe storms and floods 2. Rising sea levels 3. Droughts and water shortages
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Both 2 and 3		d) Only 1, 2 and 3

Q.6	A farmer in a region with poor soil quality is struggling to grow healthy crops. What can be done to improve agricultural productivity in this area?
	a) Use more chemical fertilisers to compensate for poor soil quality		b) Continue current farming practices as they are sufficient
	c) Implement soil improvement techniques such as adding organic matter and minerals		d) Abandon farming in this region and focus on other areas with better soil

Q.7	Why is rainwater harvesting beneficial for water management in regions prone to water scarcity? 1. It provides an alternative source of water during dry periods. 2. It increases dependency on municipal water supplies. 3. It leads to excessive water wastage. 4. It has a negative impact on the environment.
	a) Only 1		b) Only 2
	c) Both 2 and 3		d) Both 2 and 4

Q.8	Jenny is concerned about climate change and wants to use an energy source that does not contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Which type of energy should she opt for?
	a) Natural gas energy		b) Wind energy
	c) Petroleum energy		d) Coal energy

Q.9	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.10	Instructions: For each effect of climate change listed below, match it to the most likely cause from the options provided. Effects: A. Melting glaciers and snow cover. B. More frequent and intense hurricanes and storms. C. Droughts and water scarcity. Causes: 1. Overuse of water resources and unsustainable agricultural practices. 2. Burning fossil fuels and deforestation, increasing greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide. 3. Altered weather patterns due to rapid urbanisation and land use changes.
	a) A - 1, B - 2, C - 3		b) A - 2, B - 3, C - 1
	c) A - 3, B - 2, C - 1		d) A - 2, B - 1, C - 3

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