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1
What is the role of the Reef Guardian Schools program?
To educate and involve communities in reef protection
To fund scientific expeditions to the reef
To promote fishing practices in the GBR
To offer diving tours in protected areas
2
What is NOT included in the definition for biodiversity?
Animals & Plants
Ecosystems
Non-living organisms
Microorganisms
3
The service function includes bees pollinating crops, which helps grow food.
True
False
4
The sink function only benefits animals, not humans.
True
False
5
Which of the following is related to the spiritual function of the environment?
Cultural heritage and ceremonies
Pollination of crops
Ocean currents
Mineral extraction
6
How do harmful substances like mercury usually enter the food chain?
Through animal pollution
Through soil
Through plant growth
Through water pollution
7
Which of the following is an example of the source function of the Earth?
Fresh water for drinking
Bees pollinating crops
Oceans absorbing carbon dioxide
Forests filtering air
8
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority uses zoning to manage reef activities.
False
True
9
Anchors and human contact from tourism can damage coral.
False
True
10
Indigenous communities do not play a role in managing the reef.
False
True
11
Bioaccumulation only affects animals, not humans.
True
False
12
What are Green Zones in the GBR Marine Park?
Zones where fishing is banned
Areas for mining and drilling
Zones where only Indigenous communities may visit
Zones where tourism is completely unrestricted
13
Oceans absorbing carbon dioxide is an example of the sink function.
False
True
14
Being sustainable means continuing to support life now and in the future.
False
True
15
The sink function of the Earth helps by:
Producing timber for building
Supporting spiritual beliefs
Absorbing and breaking down waste
Growing fruits and vegetables
16
The Great Barrier Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
True
False
17
What impact does agricultural runoff have on the reef?
Cleans coral surfaces
Attracts more fish
Leads to algal blooms and poor water quality
Strengthens coral growth
18
Protecting the GBR is just for the benefit of the environment, not for humans.
True
False
19
Define 'biodiversity'
The belief that humans have a role to care & protect the environment
Using the Earth's resources but making sure the environment stays healthy
The variety of all living things in an area
Measure of how land & water is needed to provide resources to a person
20
What is one way animals benefit from the spiritual function of the environment?
They use water for drinking
They use minerals for shelter
They live in protected spiritual sites
They eat vegetables grown by humans
21
Coral bleaching is caused by decreasing sea temperatures.
False
True
22
Define 'sustainability'
The variety of all living things in an area
Measure of how land & water is needed to provide resources to a person
Using the Earth's resources but making sure the environment stays healthy
The belief that humans have a role to care & protect the environment
23
What is bioaccumulation?
The build-up of harmful substances in living organisms over time
The movement of animals from one place to another
The breakdown of food in the digestive system
The process of plants growing in water
24
Which law provides the main legal protection for the GBR?
National Marine Law
Coral Reef Safety Act
The Environment Heritage Act
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act
25
Which of these is an example of the service function of the environment?
Using minerals to make tools
Fish living in rivers
Forests filtering air
Collecting fresh water
26
How much money does the GBR generate annually for Australia's economy?
$640 million
$2.3 billion
$6.4 billion
$64 billion
27
Overfishing can harm the balance of the reef's ecosystem.
False
True
28
A smaller ecological footprint means a person is using fewer natural resources and is likely living more sustainably.
True
False
29
Which of the following is an example of a substance that can bioaccumulate?
Carbon dioxide
Mercury
Water
Oxygen
30
What are the four functions of the environment?
Sink
Source
Spiritual
Service
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What is NOT a way to reduce bioaccumulation in the environment?
Taking all the affected fish out of the ecosystem
Restoring wetlands to filter water
Monitoring pollution levels in water
Preventing chemical runoff from farms
32
International recognition of the reef helps encourage conservation efforts.
False
True
33
Define 'stewardship'
Using the Earth's resources but making sure the environment stays healthy
The belief that humans have a role to care & protect the environment
Measure of how land & water is needed to provide resources to a person
The variety of all living things in an area
34
What is a crown-of-thorns starfish outbreak linked to?
Plastic pollution
Trawling
Climate change
Over-tourism
35
Define 'ecological footprint'
The variety of all living things in an area
Measure of how land & water is needed to provide resources to a person
The belief that humans have a role to care & protect the environment
Using the Earth's resources but making sure the environment stays healthy
36
The spiritual function is only important for religious activities.
False
True
37
What is one consequence of bioaccumulation?
Increased oxygen in water
Better health for fish
Harm to species and disruption of ecosystems
Stronger ecosystems
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The source function includes using forests to build homes and provide habitats for animals.
True
False
39
Larger fish can become toxic by eating smaller fish that have absorbed mercury.
True
False
40
Who is most affected by bioaccumulation in the food chain?
Organisms at the bottom of the food chain
Trees and plants
Only bacteria and plankton
Animals high on the food chain, including humans
41
How long is the Great Barrier Reef?
1000km
3500km
5000km
2300km
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Which of the following is NOT a major threat to the Great Barrier Reef?
Overfishing
Climate change
Pollution
Deforestation
