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One thousand years ago, less than 4 percent of habitable land was used for agriculture. Today, approximately 50 percent is used
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What happens to infrared radiation released by the Earth if there is an increased level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?(1 point) Responses It is absorbed and heats the atmosphere. It is absorbed and heats the atmosphere. It escapes and cools the
Which energy source releases the most carbon dioxide?(1 point) Responses coal coal solar solar wind wind hydroelectric hydroelectric
Which can be excluded from the list of environmental impacts of mining?(1 point) Responses water is polluted water is polluted habitats are destroyed habitats are destroyed sea level is rising sea level is rising harmful gases are released harmful gases
Impact of Humans Unit Test 1 of 121 of 12 Items Question Use the graph to answer the question. The vertical axis is labeled millions and ranges from 0 to 900 in increments of 100. The horizontal axis is labeled year and lists dates from 1700 to 2000 in
Increasing population sizes lead to increasing demand for food. Farmers use synthetic fertilizers to add necessary nutrients to the soil so crops can grow. What is the ultimate consequence of this fertilizer use?(1 point) Responses deoxygenated water
In a chain of consequences after a forest is cleared, what is an immediate, direct impact?(1 point) Responses carbon dioxide is sequestered at lower rates carbon dioxide is sequestered at lower rates the greenhouse effect increases the greenhouse effect
Which is an example of a bioresource used to build a home?(1 point) Responses molten glass flattened into windows molten glass flattened into windows shingles for the roof of a house shingles for the roof of a house crushed rock for a gravel driveway
Write a paragraph explaining how someone can take active notes to prepare for a collaborative discussion.(4 points)
Write 1-2 sentences explaining how speakers use their voice and language when giving a speech.(2 points)
Write 1-2 sentences describing what a collaborative discussion looks like and what happens when you share ideas in a collaborative discussion.(2 points)
In a debate, a student claims that too much time spent online has reduced people's attention spans. Which of the following could be evidence to support this claim?(1 point) Responses a description of the student’s own observations of people spending time
All evidence for a claim should(1 point) Responses be the presenter's opinion. be the presenter's opinion. be from only one text. be from only one text. represent multiple sides. represent multiple sides. relate back to the argument. relate back to the
During a collaborative discussion, which aspect of a claim can help you determine if the claim is reasonable?(1 point) Responses the argument the argument the evidence the evidence the tone the tone the language
How should you respond to diverse perspectives during a collaborative discussion?(1 point) Responses loudly loudly respectfully respectfully angrily angrily quietly
A comment on a topic during a collaborative discussion is called(1 point) Responses research. research. an attitude. an attitude. evidence evidence an observation
When is it appropriate to use informal language?(1 point) Responses when presenting to a class when presenting to a class when writing a letter to a friend when writing a letter to a friend when writing an informational text when writing an informational
Why is it a good idea to keep track of the sources you use while investigating answers to your questions?(1 point) Responses so you can reread all the texts you cited so you can reread all the texts you cited so you can have more notes so you can have more
The purpose of a speech about the role of drummers in the Revolutionary War is to share information. Which kind of sentences would you most expect to hear in this speech?(1 point) Responses exclamatory exclamatory interrogative interrogative declarative
How do great speeches usually begin?(1 point) Responses as class discussions as class discussions as someone else's idea as someone else's idea as written essays as written essays as long texts
How should you listen in a collegial discussion?(1 point) Responses reluctantly reluctantly by changing the topic by changing the topic with your next thought in mind with your next thought in mind actively actively
In a collegial discussion, the conversation should(1 point) Responses involve people who all agree. involve people who all agree. be open and free of judgment. be open and free of judgment. have no time limit. have no time limit. be spread out and casual.
What can happen if a claim is not backed up by the proper reasons and evidence? (1 point) Responses It will change the opinion of the person making the claim. It will change the opinion of the person making the claim. The audience will be satisfied with
How do you determine the opinion of a speaker in a collaborative discussion?(1 point) Responses through their evidence through their evidence through their claim through their claim through their reasons through their reasons through their reflection
Which step is important during a collaborative discussion or presentation?(1 point) Responses memorizing your discussion notes memorizing your discussion notes insisting that your view is correct insisting that your view is correct listening to what others
Note: Enter your answer and show all the steps that you use to solve this problem in the space provided. You have $5 for lunch. You bought a turkey sandwich for $2.25. A. Write an inequality that represents how much more money you can spend. B. Solve your
Note: Enter your answer and show all the steps that you use to solve this problem in the space provided. It costs $100 to join a fitness center plus a monthly fee. You spent $700 last year at the fitness center. How much was the monthly fee? Write and
Note: Enter your answer and show all the steps that you use to solve this problem in the space provided. It costs $100 to join a fitness center plus a monthly fee. You spent $700 last year at the fitness center. How much was the monthly fee? Write and
Which orders the activities from the greatest to least impact to reduce consumption of fossil fuels?(1 point) Responses carpool to work, walk to work, drive an electric car to work carpool to work, walk to work, drive an electric car to work drive alone to
Which choice would have the smallest impact on climate change when purchasing apples at the store?(1 point) Responses buying apples in large quantities to reduce trips to the store buying apples in large quantities to reduce trips to the store buying
Which form of energy can be connected closely to climate change?(1 point) Responses coal coal solar solar hydroelectric hydroelectric wind
Which natural resource is mined to produce a digital phone?(1 point) Responses natural gas natural gas copper copper plastic plastic coal coal
Which is a direct result of increased consumption of metals?(1 point) Responses pollution from mining operations pollution from mining operations climate change from the use of metals climate change from the use of metals rising sea levels rising sea
Which is the most practical approach that can be done by anyone to reduce dependence on nonrenewable energy sources?(1 point) Responses using high power generators using high power generators using recycled materials in house construction using recycled
Consumption of Mineral Resources Quick Check 1 of 41 of 4 Items Question Use the graph to answer the question. The vertical axis is labeled millions and ranges from 0 to 900 in increments of 100. The horizontal axis is labeled year and lists dates from
Use the graph to answer the question. The vertical axis is labeled millions and ranges from 0 to 900 in increments of 100. The horizontal axis is labeled year and lists dates from 1700 to 2000 in 100-year increments. The line for population starts at 90
Larger companies often need many workers who do different steps in the transportation process, instead of each member doing all steps in the process they do a single step before handing it to another worker to do the next step. Imagine that you are the
In three to five sentences, explain the effects of acid rain on the environment.(4 points)
Ocean waves are a source of energy. In 1–2 sentences, make and justify a claim about whether ocean waves are a renewable or nonrenewable resource.(2 poin
Your class goes on a field trip to observe drilling machinery. The geologists at the drill site show you displays of drilled rocks to compare different types of drills and methods. The drilled holes in one rock display are significantly larger than the
Use the scenario to answer the question. Edwin buys a water bottle, reuses it twice, and then recycles it. Eleanor buys a water bottle, reuses it twelve times, and then throws it away. Which energy cost would apply to Edwin, but not to Eleanor? (1 point)
Use the scenario to answer the question. Edwin buys a water bottle, reuses it twice, and then recycles it. Eleanor buys a water bottle, reuses it twelve times, and then throws it away. Which energy cost would apply to Edwin, but not to Eleanor? (1 point)
Natural Resources Unit Test 9 of 149 of 14 Items Question Use the graph to answer the question. The vertical axis ranges from 0 to 100 in increments of 10. The horizontal axis lists dates from 1776 to 2018. The data is as follows. 1776: Wood, 100%. 1801:
Which describes a renewable energy resource?(1 point) Responses It consists of carbon and hydrogen molecules. It consists of carbon and hydrogen molecules. It is less expensive than fossil fuels. It is less expensive than fossil fuels. It produces less
Natural Resources Unit Test 7 of 147 of 14 Items Question Why is soil considered a vital resource?(1 point) Responses It provides the source of material for different landforms. It provides the source of material for different landforms. It is the place
Which statement best explains an environmental outcome of using fossil fuels for energy?(1 point) Responses When fossil fuels are burned, hazardous ash is created and carried through the environment by wind and dropped into nearby lakes and ponds. When
A farmer wants to properly manage her soil to prevent a situation like the Dust Bowl. What is the best way to manage the soil?(1 point) Responses frequently dig the soil to get rid of unwanted plants frequently dig the soil to get rid of unwanted plants
A farmer wants to properly manage her soil to prevent a situation like the Dust Bowl. What is the best way to manage the soil?(1 point)
Which statement best explains an environmental outcome of using fossil fuels for energy?(1 point
Which fossil fuel is considered the most abundant in the United States?(1 point)
