Ocean Pollution

Which of the following is NOT an example of marine debris?

• seaweed
• plastic
• fishing nets
• trash

Why does marine debris hurt our oceans?

• It gives birds a place to make their homes.
• It can harm animals that eat it or get tangled in it.

Which of the following is safe to put into the storm drain?

• engine oil
• fertilizer
• water
• pet poop

Where does our storm water end up?

• On the roof
• In the ocean
• In the toilet
• In the bathtub

Oil Spills can be caused by all to the following EXCEPT-

• Tanker or barge crashes
• Drilling platform accidents or explosions
• Playing in the sand at the beach
• Leaks or breaks in pipelines

Which of the following is NOT a way that oil spills are harmful?

• Animals get covered with oil and can die.
• We use oil to cook food.
• Explosions on oil drilling platforms can explode and cause deaths
• Fishermen are unable to earn money from fishing.

What can you do to stop water pollution?

• Stay away from the ocean
• Go swimming
• Pick up trash
• Flush the toilet