Starter quiz
- Why do many Christians believe humans have a responsibility to care for the environment?
- because nature is only valuable if it benefits humans
- because God created the world and called it good ✓
- because nature is too powerful for humans to control
- because scientific evidence proves God exists
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- Which of the following is a belief held by many humanists regarding the environment?
- The environment has no real value.
- The Bible teaches that nature should be protected.
- Caring for the environment is an ethical responsibility. ✓
- Only religious people should protect the Earth.
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- What does Genesis 1:28 suggest about humanity's role in creation?
- that humans should ignore environmental concerns
- that humans have dominion and stewardship over the Earth ✓
- that humans are separate from nature
- that humans should avoid using natural resources
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- The belief that the world is valuable because of what it provides for humans is called ______ value.
- 'extrinsic' ✓
- According to many Christian teachings, the Earth should be cared for because it is part of God’s ...
- 'creation' ✓
- Some Christians believe that God has given humans both dominion and a responsibility of ...
- 'stewardship' ✓
Exit quiz
- What does the term ‘stewardship’ mean in a religious context?
- the belief that humans should exploit the Earth for personal gain
- the idea that God has no role in environmental care
- the responsibility given by God to humans to care for the Earth ✓
- the belief that nature can take care of itself without human involvement
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- Which of the following is an example of treating the Earth as a commodity?
- tecycling and reducing waste
- overfishing and deforestation ✓
- supporting biodiversity and conservation efforts
- using renewable energy sources
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- How does global citizenship relate to environmental issues?
- It means only governments are responsible for protecting the planet.
- It focuses on individual gain rather than collective responsibility.
- It encourages people to consider the impact of their actions on the world. ✓
- It prioritizes economic growth over environmental concerns.
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- The belief that humans have control over the Earth and its resources is known as ...
- 'dominion' ✓
- When harmful substances are introduced into the environment, it is called ...
- 'pollution' ✓
- Using resources in a way that ensures future generations can meet their needs is called ...
- 'sustainability' ✓
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Key learning points
- Overuse of natural resources, pollution, and deforestation reflect treating the Earth as a commodity.
- Global citizenship involves taking responsibility for the planet and ensuring sustainability for future generations.
- Christian teachings emphasise stewardship and the duty to care for God’s creation.
- Pollution, resource depletion, and climate change contribute to global inequality and environmental harm.
- Actions to improve sustainability include reducing waste, using renewable energy and supporting eco-friendly companies.
Common misconception
Global citizenship is not just about helping others in distant communities.
It involves recognising our interconnectedness with people and the planet, meaning that the actions we take in our everyday lives have a far-reaching impact. Global citizens take personal responsibility for their own environmental practices.
Keywords
Commodity - something that can be used for personal gain
Environment - the world around us; this can be made up natural or artificial surroundings
Pollution - contamination of an environment with harmful substances
Resources (natural) - resources which are found in nature – fossil fuels (eg coal, oil, natural gas), plants etc
Stewardship - the duty given by God to humankind to look after the created world, and all life within it
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