1) Which of the following is an environmental issue linked to construction? a) Use of oil-based products b) Carbon emissions c) Waste to landfill d) All of the above 2) What is the main problem with sending large amounts of construction waste to landfill? a) It reduces pollution b) It is costly and damages the environment c) It saves materials d) It makes construction quicker 3) Which gas from construction machinery contributes most to climate change? a) Oxygen b) Carbon dioxide (CO₂) c) Nitrogen d) Helium 4) Which law in the UK regulates waste management and pollution control? a) Environmental Protection Act b) Water Act c) Air Act d) Wildlife Protection Act 5) Which law helps protect rivers and lakes from pollution? a) Wildlife Protection Act b) Water Act c) Environmental Protection Act d) Air Act 6) Which law is designed to reduce harmful emissions into the atmosphere? a) Air Act b) Water Act c) Wildlife Protection Act d) None of the above 7) Which law protects animals and their habitats during construction projects? a) Water Act b) Air Act c) Wildlife Protection Act d) Environmental Protection Act 8) What percentage of the UK’s total waste is produced by the construction industry? a) 14% b) 54% c) 62% d) 64% 9) Why is using oil-based products (like paints and glues) a problem for the environment? a) They smell nice but are expensive b) They release harmful vapors and can pollute water and soil c) They are easy to recycle d) They reduce air pollution 10) What is one benefit of using sustainable construction practices? a) Higher waste disposal costs b) Reduced environmental harm and waste c) More pollution from materials d) Less recycling and reuse

1.3 Environmental Issues in Construction

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