Recycling Awareness Quiz

Which of the following materials is NOT recyclable?

• Glass bottles

• Plastic bags

• Aluminum cans

• Paper

What symbol is commonly used to indicate that a product is recyclable?

• A green circle

• A red square

• A recycling triangle

• A blue star

Which of the following items should be disposed of in a compost bin rather than a recycling bin?

• Newspapers

• Food scraps

• Glass jars

• Plastic bottles

How can recycling help the environment?

• By increasing air pollution

• By reducing the need for new raw materials

• By increasing water usage

• By reducing the amount of sunlight plants receive

Which of the following is a benefit of recycling aluminum?

• It takes more energy to recycle aluminum than to produce new aluminum

• It can only be recycled once

• It saves energy compared to producing new aluminum from raw materials

• It is not cost-effective to recycle aluminum

What can you do to encourage recycling at home?

• Throw all waste into a single bin

• Use disposable products to reduce washing

• Set up clearly labeled recycling bins

• Avoid using products that can be recycled

Which of the following materials can often be recycled multiple times?

• Plastic

• Paper

• Glass

• Food waste

Why is it important to rinse containers before recycling them?

• To make them look nicer

• To prevent contamination of other recyclables

• To increase their weight

• To change their color

What is one way schools can promote recycling among students?

• By banning all recyclable materials

• By providing recycling bins in every classroom

• By teaching only digital lessons

• By encouraging the use of single-use plastics

Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce waste?

• Buying products with minimal packaging

• Choosing reusable items over disposable ones

• Throwing away items that can be recycled

• Composting food scraps