Practice Adaptation Strategies (2.3) - The Climate Change Shuffle - Disaster Preparedness & Planning

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What is adaptation in the context of climate change?
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Think about how species change their behavior or characteristics.
Question 2.
What does mitigation mean?
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Consider efforts to prevent or lessen climate impacts.
3Question 3.
What is the primary focus of adaptation strategies?
- To reduce greenhouse gases
- To adjust to climate changes
- To promote economic growth
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Remember the role of adaptation in responding to changes.
4Question 4.
True or False: Mitigation efforts aim to adapt to climate change rather than prevent it.
- True
- False
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Consider the definitions of both terms.
Question 5.
Evaluate how successful the current global treaties are in promoting both adaptation and mitigation strategies against climate change.
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Consider the role of international cooperation.
Question 6.
Propose a new adaptation strategy for urban environments facing heatwaves and discuss its feasibility.
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How do plants react to heat in city landscapes?

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