Questionnaire for Environmental Awareness

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1 186 Name Class Institution M/F Age Questionnaire for Environmental Awareness Purpose of the Tool: The purpose of this tool is to find out how environmental awareness affects the environment-friendly behaviour of pupil teachers. Instructions: 1. Read all the questions carefully. 2. Put a tick mark in front of the correct answer. 3. Do not overwrite or cut anywhere. Reliability Coefficient of Test: Reliability of the test is 0.76 (Test-retest reliability). Validity Coefficient of Test: Validity of the test is content and face validity. Researcher: Preeti Srivastava, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute. Supervisor: Dr. M. K. Gautam, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute.

2 187 True and false questions: Burning of fossil fuels is one of the causes of air pollution Sulphur dioxide is one of the greenhouse gases Acid rain does not corrode metals High concentration of nitrogen dioxide results in respiratory problems Industries must treat the waste produces before discharging them into water Potable water causes water-based diseases Bad taste of water indicates the presence of pollutants The water which looks clean is safe for drinking purpose We should always bathe in rivers Smog leads to diseases relating to lungs Melting of glaciers leads to rise in the level of sea Global warming is causing a gradual increase in the temperature of the earth s atmosphere The underground water gets polluted through agricultural wastes like pesticides & fertilizers Water must be sterilized by chlorination.

3 Occurrence of earthquakes beneath the ocean floor (sometimes) can leads to a tsunami. Multiple choice questions: Responsible gases for acid rain are:- [a]. Sulphur dioxide [b]. Carbon dioxide [c]. Nitrogen dioxide [d]. all of the above Green houses gases are:- [a]. Nitrous oxide [b]. Oxygen [c]. Methane [d]. Both a and c Effects of carbon mono-oxide are:- [a]. Carboxyhaemoglobin [b]. Harming the growth of plants [c]. Both a and b [d]. none of the above Measures to check global warming are:-

4 189 [a]. Deforestation [b]. Use of chlorofluorocarbons [c]. Use of fossil fuels [d]. all of the above Soil pollution is being occurred:- [a]. Soil erosion [b]. Pesticides [c]. Fertilizers [d]. all of the above Domestic sewage in cities is related with:- [a]. Space pollution [b]. Air pollution [c]. Water pollution [d]. radiation pollution The planet earth is called blue marble planet because:- [a]. Blue marble [b]. Rivers [c]. Oceans [d]. Abundance of water Consequences of deforestation:-

5 190 [a]. Desertification [b]. Climate change [c]. Ozone depletion [d]. all of the above Global warming can be solved through:- [a]. Plant trees [b]. Buy local food [c]. Use public transport [d]. All of the above We can save water by:- [a]. Re use [b]. Repair leaks promptly [c]. Monitor our water bills [d]. All of the above The purpose of purification of water is:- [a]. Chlorination [b]. Boiling [c]. Destroy harmful germs [d]. None of the above Burning of crackers caused:-

6 191 [a]. Soil pollution [b]. Noise pollution [c]. Air pollution [d]. both b and c Alternative sources of energy are:- [a]. Wind energy [b]. Solar energy [c]. Hydropower [d]. All of the above Causes of extinction of endemic species:- [a]. Loss of habitat [b]. Ecosystem disruption [c]. Introduced species [d]. all of the above Red data book is:- [a]. International union for the conservation of nature and natural resources [b]. [c]. [d]. International list of threatened animals and plants Specific group of animals and plants Threat status of different species

7 192 Name Class Institution M/F Age Questionnaire for Environmental Attitude Purpose of the Tool: The purpose of this tool is to find out how environmental attitudes affect the environment-friendly behaviour of pupil teachers. Instructions: 1. Read all the questions carefully. 2. Put a tick mark in front of the correct answer. 3. Do not overwrite or cut anywhere. Reliability Coefficient of Test: Reliability of the test is 0.81 (Crownbach alpha reliability) and 0.80 (Test-retest reliability). Validity Coefficient of Test: Validity of the test is content and face validity. Researcher: Preeti Srivastava, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute. Supervisor: Dr. M. K. Gautam, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute.

8 193 A. Deforestation: Statements Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Strongly 1. All forests of the world are suffering from the problem of deforestation. 2. Deforestation occurs due to need of land, trees and other human requirements. 3. Deforestation has adverse effects on the environment. 4. Deforestation without sufficient reforestation has resulted in damage to habitat, biodiversity loss and aridity. 5. Due to Deforestation, the most dramatic impact is a loss of habitat for millions of species. 6. Trees support the water cycle by returning water vapour back into the atmosphere. 7. Deforestation increases the soil erosion.

9 Trees also play a critical role in absorbing the greenhouse gases that fuel global warming. B.Global Warming: Statements Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Strongly 1. Install dimmers to reduce the amount of energy your lights use, when you do not need bright light. 2. Should use energy saving lights in outdoor fixtures. 3. Use solar lights wherever possible. 4. Clear the heavy curtain from windows for natural light is a useful idea. 5. Replace your regular lights by compact fluorescent lights. 6. Look for Energy Star products when buying electronic items, devices or

10 195 equipments. 7. Low-flow taps, showerheads and commodes reduce water wastage at home. 8. Arrange your garden in such a way that water runoff reach all your plants without excessive waste. C. Freshwater: Neither Statements Strongly Agree Agree Agree Nor Strongly 1.Water scarcity is an abstract concept to some and a stark reality for others. 2. The present challenge is how to effectively conserve, manage, and distribute the water we have. 3. Water resource is essential for livelihood and environment s health. 4. Fresh water is an important natural resource necessary for the survival of all

11 196 ecosystems. 5. Fresh water creates a toxic environment for aquatic bodies. 6. Pollution through human activities presents a problem for freshwater resources. 7. The availability of fresh water is very less at global level. 8. Deforestation and soil erosion result in Changes in the flow of the fresh water in the local environment. D.Ozone Layer Depletion: Neither Statements Strongly Agree Agree Agree Nor Strongly 1. The ozone layer is a concentration of ozone (O3) molecules in the stratosphere. 2. The ozone layer is a belt above Earth, serves as a shield from the harmful

12 197 ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun. 3. Ozone-depletion caused by the release of chlorofluorocarbons, hydro fluorocarbons, and other ozone-depleting substances. 4. These ozone-depleting substances are used in refrigerants, insulating foams and solvents, which we cannot avoid. 5. Ozone-Depletion occurs only in Antarctica. 6. No Link Exists Between Ozone- Depletion and Higher UV Levels. 7. Volcanoes and earthquake are causing Ozone-Depletion. 8. Chlorofluorocarbons are heavier than air, so they cannot reach the Ozone Layer.

13 198 Questionnaire for Environment-Friendly Habits Name Class Institution M/F Age Purpose of the Tool: The purpose of this tool is to find out how environment-friendly habits affect the environment-friendly behaviour of pupil teachers. Instructions: 1. Read all the questions carefully. 2. Put a tick mark in front of the correct answer. 3. Do not overwrite or cut anywhere. Reliability Coefficient of Test: Reliability of the test is 0.79 (Crownbach alpha reliability) and 0.81(Test-retest reliability). Validity Coefficient of Test: Validity of the test is content and face validity. Researcher: Preeti Srivastava, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute. Supervisor: Dr. M. K. Gautam, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute.

14 199 A. Nature adoration related questions: Questions Always Sometimes Never 1. Did you try to count stars at night in your childhood? 2. Do you enjoy sunrise and sunset? 3. Do you like birds chirping? 4. Do you water plants daily? B. Energy related questions: Questions Always Sometimes 1. Do you switch off electricity while leaving a Never room? 2. Do you defrost your refrigerator regularly? 3. Do you take off your mobile charger after full charging? 4. Do you always shutdown your computer/laptop after the job completion? 5. Do you always buy star rating electrical

15 200 home appliances? C. Water management related questions: Questions Always Sometimes Never 1. Do you use an alarm while filling of your water-tank? 2. Do you close a tap after using it? 3. Do you try to stop others to wastewater? 4. Do you leave any water after drinking? 5. Do you leave tap open during brushing? D. Transportation related questions: Questions Always Sometimes 1. Do you travel by public transport in your Never daily life? 2. Do you use bicycle for nearby destinations? 3. Do you prefer CNG vehicles to diesel-engine vehicles, if available?

16 Do you have any vehicle? E. Waste management related questions: Questions Always Sometimes Never 1. Do you have proper drainage system at your home? 2. Do you use dustbin at every place? 3. Do you use natural wastes as manure? 4. Do you maintain drainage system regularly at your home? F. Pollution related questions: Questions Always Sometimes Never 1. Do you use crackers? 2. Do you decorate your home using Electronic-lights? 3. Do you use natural colours on Holi? 4. Do you celebrate festivals in peacefulmanner?

17 202 G. Media related questions: Questions Always Sometimes Never 1. Do you like watching environment related T.V. channels? 2. Are you aware of the campaign Save the Tiger? 3. Do you participate in the effort cleaning Yamuna? 4. Do you know the effect of pollution on the river Yamuna?

18 203 Questionnaire for Environment Friendly Behaviour Name Class Institution M/F Age Purpose of the Tool: The purpose of this tool is to find out how environment-friendly habits affect the environment-friendly behaviour of pupil teachers. Instructions: 1. Read all the questions carefully. 2. Put a tick mark in front of the correct answer. 3. Do not overwrite or cut anywhere. Reliability Coefficient of Test: Reliability of the test is 0.77 (Crownbach alpha reliability) and 0.76(Test-retest reliability). Validity Coefficient of Test: Validity of the test is content and face validity. Researcher: Preeti Srivastava, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute. Supervisor: Dr. M. K. Gautam, Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute.

19 204 Environment Friendly Behaviour Questions Yes No 1. I don t believe my behavior has an effect on environment. 2. I would like to pay more for environmentallyfriendly products. 3. The so-called environmental crisis facing humanity has been greatly exaggerated. 4. It s too late to do anything regarding the climate change. 5. Any changes I make to help the environment need to fit in with my lifestyle. 6. It s not worth me doing things to help the environment if others don t do the same. 7. Green lifestyle is the solution for all the environmental crises. 8. India doesn t need to take specific environmental steps because we are already environmentally sustained.

20 The problem of environmental pollution is beyond control so we can t do anything now. 10. Due to unavailability of electricity 24 hours we are naturally environment friendly and it is good thing. 11. Utilization of water as per my requirement is only matter to me. 12. It is my personal matter that I waste food or not. 13. I am free to make as much as possible noise at my home. 14. Deforestation is not my problem, it belongs to government. 15. I use plastic because it is convenient to carry goods. 16. Waste management is not urgent need of present scenario. 17. I used to through discarded products anywhere whenever I want. 18. Survival of Animal kingdom equally as us

21 206 doesn t matter for me. 19. I know all governmental environment protection laws. 20. Environment friendly behavior is an only abstract concept.