Earth Day Activity

What fact is commonly argued when it comes to pencils?

• Why pencils have erasers

• Why pencils are yellow

• If pencils should be allowed at school

What should you consider before buying new pencils?

• Does the company recycle?

• Does the company add to deforestation?

• Both of the above answers.

What does the word "manufacturing" mean in the second paragraph?

• Pencil designs

• A process before pencils make it to the store

• Materials inside the pencil

What material is used to write on paper in a pencil?

• graphite

• lead

• phosphate

According to the text, what happens directly after the wood is cut into precise slabs?

• The pencils are painted.

• An eraser is placed on top.

• Slabs are placed into a machine where they are cut down.

How have some companies made a positive impact on the environment?

• Developing recycling programs

• Contributing to deforestation

• Painting pencils yellow