composting

What can not be composted

• meat scraps

• apple peels

• grass clippings

• banana peels

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Why is it important to add soil to your compost pile?

• to hide the trash

• to break down the compost

• to add extra weight

• to disguise the garbage

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After adding soil, what is important to do?

• let sit in the hot sun with no water

• lightly water the compost pile

• heavily water the compost pile

• cover up and let it compost

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Why is it important to stir your compost?

• To mix up the pile

• To help move oxygen

• To get rid of the insects

• To keep it moist

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How long does it take for the compost to decompose?

• 1 week

• 1 month

• 1 year

• several months

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What should you do with your compost once it is decomposed?

• Use in garden

• Throw away

• add 5 more gallons of water

• take out all of the worms before using

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