Quiz on Paper and Board Production

What is the average amount of paper and board used per person per day in the UK?

• 0.5 kg

• 1 kg

• 0.2 kg

• 1.5 kg

What is the main raw material used to make paper and board?

• Plastic

• Metal

• Wood

• Glass

What is one reason why some recycled paper cannot be used for food packaging?

• It is too expensive

• It is too heavy

• Risk of contaminating food with chemicals

• It is not biodegradable

What happens to paper and board if they are dumped in landfill?

• They become toxic

• They biodegrade

• They remain intact

• They turn into plastic

What type of cardboard has a fluted layer to increase its stiffness?

• Solid cardboard

• Corrugated cardboard

• Laminated cardboard

• Recycled cardboard

Which type of board is made by laminating aluminium foil to one side of card?

• Solid white board

• Inkjet card

• Foil-lined board

• Carton board

What is the characteristic of inkjet card?

• Lightly textured with a light cream colour

• Allows sharp images, as inks do not seep through the paper

• Strong card; high-quality forms are often coated to stop the ink spreading when printed

• Made by laminating aluminium foil to one side of card

What is the primary use of corrugated cardboard?

• Printing high-quality images

• Packaging and shipping

• Making greeting cards

• Insulating buildings

Which type of paper is commonly used for printing photographs?

• Newsprint

• Glossy paper

• Cartridge paper

• Recycled paper

What is a key benefit of using recycled paper?

• It is more durable

• It reduces deforestation

• It is cheaper to produce

• It has a smoother texture