Question 1

_____________ groups are much more diverse, emanating from Latin American, Asian, and African countries.

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

The ____________ is a road to citizenship.

Accepted Answer

The DREAM Act provides a path to citizenship for certain undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children and meet certain criteria. The other options mentioned relate to immigration policy but do not specifically provide a path to citizenship like the DREAM Act does.

Question 3

The __________ generation, born between 1981 and 1997.

Accepted Answer

The generation born between 1981 and 1997 is commonly referred to as the Millennial generation. Baby Boomers were born between 1946 and 1964, while Generation X refers to those born between 1965 and 1980. "Generation Now" is not a commonly used term to refer to any specific generation.

Question 4

__________are 14.5% of the population and estimated to reach 21.7 % by 2040.

Accepted Answer

The phrase "estimated to reach 21.7% by 2040" suggests a projected increase in the proportion of the population represented by the group in question. The only answer choice that aligns with this interpretation is B) Elderly, as this group is typically defined as individuals over the age of 65 and is expected to grow in size as the general population ages.

Question 5

____________threats include air and water pollution, global warming and climate change, depletion of natural resources; deforestation, and chemical toxins.

Accepted Answer

Environmental threats encompass all of the listed issues, including air and water pollution, global warming and climate change, depletion of natural resources, deforestation, and chemical toxins.

Question 6

____________ contributes increased temperature of the earth's surface because of greenhouse gasses.

Accepted Answer

Global warming is the term used to describe the gradual increase in the temperature of the Earth's surface and oceans over time. This is caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, which trap heat from the sun and warm the planet.

Question 7

___________create computers with the ability to think beyond what the human brain can conceive.

Accepted Answer

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the branch of computer science dedicated to creating intelligent machines that can perform tasks and make decisions that typically require human intelligence. AI enables computers to learn from experience, adjust to new inputs, and perform human-like tasks such as recognizing speech, identifying images, and making predictions. Therefore, it is the best choice that creates computers with the ability to think beyond what the human brain can conceive.

Question 8

___________occurs with deep drilling into the earth, utilizing a highly-pressurized mix of water, sand, and chemicals to break apart shale and release natural gas.

Accepted Answer

Fracking, also known as hydraulic fracturing, is the process of deep drilling into the earth and using a highly-pressurized mixture of water, sand, and chemicals to break apart shale and release natural gas.

Question 9

_________________ is disproportionate exposure to hazards suffered by non-dominant groups, particularly in communities of color and poor communities.

Accepted Answer

Environmental Racism refers to the tendency for people of color and those in low-income communities to be disproportionately exposed to environmental hazards, such as pollution and toxic waste, due to discriminatory policies and practices. It is a form of systemic injustice that perpetuates inequalities in health and overall well-being.

Question 10

______________refers to an organism that has been altered by the addition of genes not normally found in that organism.

Accepted Answer

Genetic modification refers to the process of altering an organism's genetic makeup by adding genes that are not naturally present in that organism. This technique is also commonly known as genetic engineering or gene editing.

Question 11

Super Toxins are immune to treatment with known medications.

Accepted Answer

Super toxins are a new phenomenon that are not treatable with currently known medications or therapies. They require new and innovative treatments to combat their effects.

Question 12

The Belgium Climate Conference is a progressive international initiative to address climate change.

Accepted Answer

There is no specific event known as the "Belgium Climate Conference" recognized as a progressive international initiative to address climate change. International climate change initiatives are typically organized under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), such as the Conference of the Parties (COP) meetings.

Question 13

Increased minimum wages affect young and inexperienced workers more than others by reducing available jobs.

Accepted Answer

When minimum wages are increased, employers may choose to hire fewer workers, cut employee hours, or raise prices to compensate for the added labor costs. Young and inexperienced workers may struggle to compete with more experienced workers for the reduced number of available jobs. Therefore, they may be disproportionately impacted by increases in the minimum wage.

Question 14

By 2044 non-Hispanic whites will no longer be a majority of the population.

Accepted Answer

According to US Census Bureau projections, the non-Hispanic white population is expected to no longer be a majority of the population by 2044.

Question 15

Foreign-born population is 56% but by 2065 it is projected to be 18%

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. According to the Pew Research Center, the foreign-born population in the U.S. was around 14% in 2019 and is projected to be around 17% in 2065. It is not projected to decline to 18%.

Quiz 14: Population, the Environment, and Technology