DarkSky 101 Quiz

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  • DarkSky 101

  • Section 1: What is light pollution?

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  • Question 1

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  • What is this example of light pollution called?*

  • Correct Answer: Skyglow

  • Question 2

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  • What is this example of light pollution called?*

  • Correct Answer: Glare

  • Question 3

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  • What is this example of light pollution called?*

  • Correct Answer: Light Trespass

  • Section 2: Light Pollution Facts and Myths

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  • Question 4

  • How much of the world lives under light-polluted skies?*

  • Correct Answer: 80%

  • LP of Earth

  • Question 5

  • By what percentage per year is light pollution increasing?*

  • Correct Answer: 2%

  • LP Increase

  • Question 6

  • How many tons of CO2 is burned worldwide by unnecessary lighting?*

  • Correct Answer: 225+ million tons

  • Climate Change

  • Question 7

  • Light pollution is only harmful to humans.*

  • Correct Answer: False

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  • Question 8

  • There is clear proven evidence that increased outdoor lighting deters crime.*

  • Correct Answer: False

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  • Section 3: 5 Principles of Responsible Outdoor Lighting

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  • Question 9

  • Option 1
  • Option 2
  • Which is an example of responsible useful lighting?*

  • Correct Answer: Option 2

  • Question 10

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  • Which is an example of responsible targeted lighting?*

  • Correct Answer: Option 1

  • Question 11

  • Option 1
  • Option 2
  • Which is an example of responsible low-lumen lighting?*

  • Correct Answer: Option 2

  • Question 12

  • Option 1
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  • Which is an example of responsible controlled lighting?*

  • Correct Answer: Option 2

  • Question 13

  • Option 1
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  • Which is an example of responsible color temperature lighting?*

  • Correct Answer: Option 1

  • Section 4: DarkSky Advocacy Network

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  • Question 14

  • How long has DarkSky International been working to protect dark skies?

  • Correct Answer: Since 1988 we have been called the International Dark-Sky Association. But now, in 2023, we are DarkSky International!

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  • Question 15

  • Which DarkSky program started in 2001 to protect over 160,000 square kilometers world wide for light pollution?

  • Correct Answer: International Dark Sky Places

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  • Question 16

  • Which DarkSky program works to educate lighting designers and manufacturers to produce fixtures that meet the DarkSky's standard for responsible outdoor lighting?

  • Correct Answer: Fixture Seal of Approval (Now called "DarkSky Approved")

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  • Question 17

  • Which DarkSky programs require 3 months of advocate engagement and an application in order to become a local point of contact on the DarkSky map?

  • Correct Answer: Delegates and Chapters

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  • Question 18

  • Which DarkSky program works with local cities and neighborhoods to ensure that new athletic facilities have responsible outdoor lighting?

  • Correct Answer: Community Friendly Outdoor Sports Lighting

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  • Question 19

  • Which DarkSky outreach event allows dark-sky advocates all over the world to submit their ideas for fun and educational activities to promote the dark-sky movement for a full week?

  • Correct Answer: International Dark-Sky Week

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  • Question 20

  • Which DarkSky outreach event is a 24-hour conference where you can hear experts and storytellers speak about their experiences and endeavors in the dark-sky movement?

  • Correct Answer: Under One Sky Conference

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  • Question 21

  • Which DarkSky outreach event allows folks to show off their photography skills for incredible prizes while showing the beauty of the natural night sky?

  • Correct Answer: Capture the Dark Photo Contest

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  • Congratulations! You have completed the DarkSky 101 training quiz and are ready to become a fully-fledge DarkSky International advocate.  Once you click the "Submit" button to finalize your results, you will be directed back to the Join the Advocate Network page on our site. Please fill out the form with your contact information so we may add you to the DarkSky advocate network mailing list for news on DarkSky events, newsletters, reports, and so much more!

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