PPG PBI - PPL 1 - Review

Reny: I noticed you bought a new cell phone. Did you do a trade-in? 

Justin: No, I didn’t. I keep the old one. 

Reny: Why? 

Justin: Because I don’t want my personal data to spread and get misused. 

Reny: That makes sense. But don’t you understand that your old cell phone is an e-waste? 

Justin: Is it? I don’t know. Please tell me what e-waste is and its impacts are. 

Fenny: E-waste, or electronic waste refers to discarded electronic devices and components, which have been no longer used or have reached the end of their useful life. You know the pace of technological innovation continues to accelerate, and people continually upgrade their devices to newer models. Many of these discarded devices contain toxic substances such as lead, mercury, and cadmium, of course they bring harmful effects on the environment and people's health.

Justin: Unbelievable! I never think it is a very serious matter. 

Reny: It is, indeed. You’d better dump your unused electronic devices in a safe place. 

Justin: It’s good to consider, thanks.

What are they talking about?

• Buying a new cell phone

• Data privacy concerns
• e-waste in around us

• serious matter of e-waste

Reny: I noticed you bought a new cell phone. Did you do a trade-in? 

Justin: No, I didn’t. I keep the old one. 

Reny: Why? 

Justin: Because I don’t want my personal data to spread and get misused. 

Reny: That makes sense. But don’t you understand that your old cell phone is an e-waste? 

Justin: Is it? I don’t know. Please tell me what e-waste is and its impacts are. 

Fenny: E-waste, or electronic waste refers to discarded electronic devices and components, which have been no longer used or have reached the end of their useful life. You know the pace of technological innovation continues to accelerate, and people continually upgrade their devices to newer models. Many of these discarded devices contain toxic substances such as lead, mercury, and cadmium, of course they bring harmful effects on the environment and people's health.

Justin: Unbelievable! I never think it is a very serious matter. 

Reny: It is, indeed. You’d better dump your unused electronic devices in a safe place. 

Justin: It’s good to consider, thanks.

From the text, we can conclude that...

• E-waste refers to discarded electronic devices and components that have reached the end of their useful life and can have harmful effects on the environment and people's health.
• E-waste is a term used to describe electronic devices that are still functional and can be sold or donated.
• E-waste is a term used to describe discarded electronic devices that can be recycled and reused.
• E-waste is a term used to describe electronic devices that are still in use but are no longer needed.

Andina: Guys, I'd like to talk about how we manage our domestic waste. I believe we can handle it better.

Jeffry: I think so. Then, what do you suggest?

Andina: We can start with reducing the use of single-use plastics. I think plastic Is one of the main sources of garbage.

Diana: Indeed. Then, we use reusable bags for shopping.

Andina: Right. Further, we prefer purchasing goods that are packed with environmentally friendly materials, such as cardboard or other biodegradable materials.

Jeffry: I see. if that’s so, we should look into more environmentally Friendly cleaning products in our homes too.

Diana: What do you mean?

Jeffry: We should make sure to use products that are free from harmful chemicals and biodegradable.

Andina: You're right. Well, | have an idea then. What do you think if we try to make our own cleaning products using natural ingredients?

Jeffry: I agree! We can search for articles about how to make it from the Internet.

Diana: Can you do that, Jef?

Jeffry: Sure.

What will Jeffry do after the conversation?

• Look for recipes on how to make cleaning products using natural ingredients from the Internet.
• Ask Andina for more suggestions on managing domestic waste.
• Ignore the conversation and continue with his daily routine.
• Search for articles about how to make cleaning products using natural ingredients from the Internet.

Andina: Guys, I'd like to talk about how we manage our domestic waste. I believe we can handle it better.

Jeffry: I think so. Then, what do you suggest?

Andina: We can start with reducing the use of single-use plastics. I think plastic Is one of the main sources of garbage.

Diana: Indeed. Then, we use reusable bags for shopping.

Andina: Right. Further, we prefer purchasing goods that are packed with environmentally friendly materials, such as cardboard or other biodegradable materials.

Jeffry: I see. if that’s so, we should look into more environmentally Friendly cleaning products in our homes too.

Diana: What do you mean?

Jeffry: We should make sure to use products that are free from harmful chemicals and biodegradable.

Andina: You're right. Well, I have an idea then. What do you think if we try to make our own cleaning products using natural ingredients?

Jeffry: I agree! We can search for articles about how to make it from the Internet.

Diana: Can you do that, Jef?

Jeffry: Sure.

Andina: Guys, ... I believe we can handle it better. (Line 1)

What the word "it" refers to?

• purchasing goods packed with environmentally friendly materials
• using reusable bags for shopping
• management of domestic waste
• reducing the use of single-use plastics

Hesti: Do you, guys, know what non-biodegradable garbage is?

Deva: I know. It is garbage that cannot be broken down naturally,

Cio: You're right. Plastic, glass, fibers, and metal are a few examples of non-biodegradable garbage.

Deva: Because they can’t be decomposed naturally, they absolutely harm the nature and ecosystem. It becomes a severe issue.

Hest: Indeed, such garbage also endangers wildlife. It can be ingested by animals and be lethal if they do so.

Cio: How can we reduce non-biodegradable garbage? Any ideas?

Hesti: We should use fewer throw away items, such as water bottles, drink cans, plastic wraps, and plastic bags.

Deva: Then, recycling is another option. By recycling, we can extend the life of non-biodegradable garbage and cut down the amount of waste that ends up in landfills.

Cio: I see, if that's so, what if we make a poster using less non-biodegradable products, to save the earth?

Hesti: That's what I'm thinking of. Then, we can start taking action from us as an example for our Friends and others. If not us, then who else?

Cio: Sure.

Why non-biodegradable garbage harm the nature and ecosystem?

• Non-biodegradable garbage harms the nature and ecosystem because it releases harmful chemicals into the environment.
• Non-biodegradable garbage harms the nature and ecosystem because it takes up valuable space in landfills.
• Non-biodegradable garbage harms the nature and ecosystem because it contributes to air pollution.
• Non-biodegradable garbage harms the nature and ecosystem because it cannot be broken down naturally and can endanger wildlife.