Nature & science · Age 11 · Quarter 4 – Human Impact, Technology & Responsible Choices
Human Needs vs. Environmental Protection
Analyse a scenario involving a conflict between human needs and environmental protection.
Module
Quarter 4 – Human Impact, Technology & Responsible Choices
Age
Age 11
Duration
10 min
Questions
5
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Question 1
Multiple choice
A town wants to build a new factory that will create 500 jobs but will pollute a nearby river. What would be the most balanced solution?
Question 2
Multiple choice
A local community needs to cut down a section of forest for firewood. What would be a sustainable approach?
Question 3
Multiple choice
A rare wetland is home to an endangered bird species, but a nearby city needs new housing. What principle helps guide a balanced decision?
Question 4
True or false
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) are tools used to predict and reduce the environmental damage of a proposed development before it is built.
Question 5
Matching
Match each stakeholder to their likely priority in a development vs. conservation conflict.