Litter Spotter - Community Leader Assessment
Test your toolkit knowledge!
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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example@example.com
Age (you must 18+)
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What is citizen science?
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A form of government surveillance.
A method for professionals to collect data without community involvement.
A collaborative approach where volunteers and community participate in scientific research.
A type of social media platform for sharing scientific articles.
What is the Connect with Nature program?
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A project focused on urban infrastructure
A youth initiative by Emirates Nature WWF and the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi, promoting conservation and connecting the community with nature.
A wildlife protection program exclusively for adults
A campaign to promote tourism in the UAE
How many grams of plastic does the average person now ingest every week?
94 kilograms
5 grams
11 milligrams
850 grams
Annually, 11 million tonnes of plastic enter:
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landfills
deserts
oceans
urban areas
What is the purpose of litter surveys? Select all that apply.
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To clean the site
To gather information on the types of litter
To raise awareness
To ban people from the area
What is an effective question/prompt to get your audience to reflect on the event?
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Tick all of the equipment needed for a litter survey:
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Ruler
Litter picker
Quadrat
Bags
Scales
Gloves
I should only monitor locations listed in the toolkit, provided I get the necessary permissions.
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True
False
Why is hydration important for volunteers during litter surveys?
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To prevent dehydration and maintain energy levels
To reduce soil salinity
To improve data accuracy
To attract wildlife
What are the TWO main differences between a land litter survey and a kayak litter survey?
You use CleanSwell at the end, rather than throughout the event
You have to be careful of sharks during kayak litter surveys
Land litter surveys require no permissions
You must bring net bags (to easily allow water drainage when collecting litter)
What footwear is recommended for kayak litter surveys?
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Sandals
Hiking shoes
Diving/water/coral shoes
Barefoot
What is the order of events? The first and last are already in the correct places!
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List of all the qualities of a good trip leader:
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Patient & understanding
Careful and provides sufficient health & safety precautions
Ability to control the crowd and direct attention
Passionate in their knowledge and delivery
What must I do once I have completed the litter survey, and have said goodbye to the volunteers? Remember, the work is not over yet!
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