Online Test

This type of multiple choice test will be used in the exam! However, the 'Online Test' does not cover all possible questions! 65% correct answers are needed to pass the test!

Question 1

Which of the following statements is true? ‘CATWOE analysis’ can be used…

To describe the cause-and-effect chain of a problem
To brainstorm and broaden ones thinking and perspective about a particular problem
For business problems
For solving conflicts between stakeholder groups
To gain a broader understanding of a problem
To model socio-ecological systems

Question 2

Which of the following statements about Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) is true?

‘Ecosystem based approach’ describes an approach that respects the limits of natural resources and ecosystems
‘Integrated’ in ICZM refers to the integration of different objectives and also to the integration of several instruments that are needed to meet these objectives
ICZM uses the informed participation and co-operation of all stakeholders to assess the societal goals in a given coastal area
In the EU, Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) is defined as a dynamic, multi-disciplinary and iterative process to promote sustainable management of coastal zones
Sectoral management approaches can be beneficial for efficient use of resources, the utilization of opportunities towards a more sustainable coastal development
Integrated Coastal Area Management (ICAM) is a complementary approach focusing on land-based activities

Question 3

Which of the following qualitative descriptors are used in the ‘EU Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD)’ to determine the Good Environmental Status

Populations of all commercially exploited fish and shellfish are within safe biological limits
Concentrations of contaminants are at levels not giving rise to pollution effects
Emission from shipping are reduced to a level that does not cause harm to the environment
Non-indigenous species introduced by human activities are at levels that do not adversely alter the ecosystems
Permanent alteration of hydrographical conditions does not adversely affect marine ecosystems
Properties and quantities of marine litter do not cause harm to the coastal and marine environment

Question 4

Which of the following statements about ‘ICZM History in Europe’ is true?

The Demonstration Programme pointed out that ‘management of the coasts in Europe is based on a sufficient legal framework and that joint visions and concrete ideas exist.
The United Nations Earth Summit of Rio de Janeiro in 1992 initiated the development of focussed European Union policy on ICZM
The EU Directive on establishing a framework for maritime spatial planning was adopted in 2014
In 2000, the European Parliament adopted the legally binding directive ‘Integrated Coastal Zone Management: A Strategy for Europe’
From 1993 to 1995, the European Commission operated a Demonstration Programme on Integrated Coastal Zone Management to take stock of the existing situation in Europe
The Demonstration Programme pointed out that ‘there has been inadequate involvement of the stakeholders in formulating and implementing solutions to coastal problems’

Question 5

Which of the following statements about ‘European Union (EU) Integrated Maritime Policy’ is true?

Regional seas, such as Baltic Sea, Black Sea or North Sea do not belong to the EU Integrated Maritime Policy cross-cutting policies but instead, have separate sea basin strategies
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) – is the agency responsible for implementing the EU maritime policy
EU Integrated Maritime Policy cross-cutting policies are e.g. blue growth, maritime spatial planning and marine data & knowledge
The UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) organises the way humans use the oceans
The Maritime Forum aims to improve communication amongst EU maritime policy stakeholders
The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) is a non-scientific organization responsible for the economic exploration of the sea

Question 6

Which of the following is a target of the ‘EU Biodiversity Strategy’?

Reduce contaminants in fish and other seafood
Minimize human-induced eutrophication
Help stop the loss of global biodiversity
Combat invasive alien species
Protect species and habitats
Make fishing more sustainable and seas healthier