Quiz

Test yourself and answer some questions about the drought and how to counteract its effects.

If you have read our brochure, you will have no problem scoring a set of points. If you haven't done so yet, we invite you to read it - you can find the brochure HERE!

Expand the DECP acronym:

drought effects and climate protection

drought effects counteracting plan

drought elimination and climate program

drought on an ecological and cleaner planet

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How often is the drought effects counteracting plan updated?

at least once every 3 years

at least once every 4 years

at least once every 5 years

at least once every 6 years

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What is the average annual rainfall for Poland?

100 mm

300 mm

600 mm

1000 mm

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Long-term water deficiency in the soil that disrupts plant growth, development, and productivity is:

biological drought

plant drought

agricultural drought

agro-cultural drought

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Which types of drought are arranged in order of occurrence:

atmospheric, agricultural, hydrological, hydrogeological

hydrogeological, hydrological, agricultural, atmospheric

atmospheric, hydrological, agricultural, hydrogeological

agricultural, hydrogeological, hydrological, atmospheric

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Why is water retention crucial in counteracting the effects of drought?

it enables the production of electricity through the use of water turbines

it alleviates the effects of drought thanks to the accumulated water reserves

it improves landscapes, water in the landscape alleviates the feeling of the problem of drought

during drought it provides space for recreation and cultivates water spots

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Is the phenomenon of drought dangerous to the natural environment?

no, nature has adapted to our climate and will cope on its own

no, nature will adapt to changing conditions without a decrease in its quality

yes, it can cause adverse effects such as the change and loss of some ecosystems, but in the long term it will adapt to the changed conditions, after all, oranges in the garden are an interesting idea

yes, long-term droughts can cause the death of ecosystems, increase the risk of forest fires, and reduce agricultural production

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Do wetlands and their restoration play an important role in combating the effects of drought?

no, even a wetland of several hectares is not important in the context of counteracting the effects of drought, which is a regional or supra-regional phenomenon

yes, wetlands retain huge amounts of water – wetlands in Poland are able to store twice as much water as all the lakes in the country

no, wetlands, by stopping the outflow of water, reduce its permeation into the aquifer

yes, but their positive impact is limited only to the wetland area

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What is grey water?

contaminated industrial water

rainwater flowing from roofs

water from sinks, showers, and washing machines that can be reused

water purified in a sewage treatment plant, from the sanitary sewage system

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What can grey water be used for?

grey water is polluted and cannot be reused

grey water can be used to flush toilets

grey water can be used in food production

grey water can be used for hygiene purposes

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Should grass be mowed on the plot during a drought?

no, mowing grass during droughts is more likely to damage the root system

no, because longer grass retains moisture better and protects the soil from drying out

yes, grass looks better and grows faster after mowing

yes, shorter grass needs less water to grow after mowing

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Is replacing a lawn with a flower meadow beneficial in the context of counteracting the effects of drought?

yes, flower meadows do not require intensive watering or frequent mowing, and they also have an extensive root system. Thanks to this, they bind moisture in the soil and protect against excessive evaporation of water from the soil

no, flower meadows bind moisture in the soil poorly

no, flower meadows require expensive maintenance, care, and constant watering

no, flower meadows are unsightly and cause allergies

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Is it worth collecting rainwater?

yes, rainwater can be used for cooking

no, it is better to let the water drain into rivers as quickly as possible to counteract hydrological drought

yes, any amount of rainwater collected or slowing down its runoff increases the level of water retention

no, it is unfit for use

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14.

What purposes can rainwater be used for? Choose the correct set:

car washing, cooking

drinking, laundry

ering plants, flushing the toilet

washing the terrace, drinking

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What solution in agriculture is considered one of the most water-saving and effective?

classic surface irrigation

drip irrigation

irrigation through rain showers

it is best not to water plants at all

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Why is education about drought so important?

because only experts and scientists can make decisions about water management

because it allows society to consciously take daily actions to reduce water consumption and protect water resources

because it teaches that the problem of drought occurs only in tropical countries

because it promotes the use of bottled water as the only safe source of drinking water

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Can each of us help to counteract the effects of drought?

yes, through everyday habits such as saving water and using rainwater

yes, but only if you live in rural areas, where there is a greater impact on the environment

no, counteracting drought is a task only for institutions and large companies

no, because individual actions are too small to have any significance on a regional scale

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What do you know about the drought?