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The image shows polar bears, an endangered species.Which would be most appropriate to help the polar bears?

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international laws
B
an international treaty
C
the World Wildlife Fund
D
the Environmental Protection Agency
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What has happened to the Amazon Rain Forest is the best example of how

A
heavy rains can cause pollution of both the air and land.
B
heavy rains can destroy the natural habitat of native species.
C
the human activity of deforestation negatively impacts native species.
D
the human activity of introducing invasive species can increase native species.
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Environmental Protection Agency
B
World Wildlife Fund
C
United Nations
D
Kyoto Protocol
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What is the primary role that invasive species play in the survival of native animal species?

A
They increase the volume of food supply available to the native animal species.
B
They run out the native animal species from their natural habitat.
C
They become an additional source of food to the native animal species.
D
They help support the native animal species.
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Which is the best example of how one form of pollution affects another?

A
The fumes from a dam’s hydroelectric power causes air pollution.
B
Chemicals seeping from a manufacturing plant causes air pollution.
C
The use of natural fertilizer on infertile soil causes soil pollution.
D
The use of pesticides on plants causes air and water pollution.
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What happens as connection and trade between countries increases? Check all that apply.

A
There is more demand for natural resources.
B
There will probably be more pollution from manufacturing.
C
Natural resources are transported worldwide.
D
With higher demand, all natural resources will be depleted.
E
Finished products are transported worldwide.
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Organization
B
Deforestation
C
Globalization
D
Specification
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Which works to solve environmental challenges by raising awareness, fundraising, and influencing policy?

A
government agencies
B
non-government agencies
C
international treaties
D
national laws
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Which is a correct statement about natural resources?

A
Fossil fuels and certain minerals are renewable resources.
B
Wind and water are considered nonrenewable resources.
C
Areas rich in natural resources tend to transport them worldwide.
D
Areas rich in natural resources tend to keep them to themselves.
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1950s
B
1960s
C
1970s
D
1980s

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