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Air Quiz

Captain RedbirdHey Kids! I'm Captain Redbird.

The quality of air can be damaged or polluted by human actions. Air pollution occurs when harmful things are present or released into the air in both rural and urban areas. These harmful things are called pollutants and they come from many sources. Here are some examples of common things, which contribute directly to pollution in the air:

  • Burning paper, plastic, leaves and trash
  • Heating homes with wood, coal and oil
  • Using air conditioners
  • Smoking cigarettes, pipes and cigars
  • Driving cars, trucks, motorcycles, air planes and motor boats
  • Using lighter fluid to start outdoor grills

You can test your knowledge of air pollution with my quiz.

  • Just click the button next to the answer that you think is correct.
  • Then click the "Next Question" button when you are ready for another challenge.
  • You can use the "Try Again!" button to start over at any time.
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