Understanding Recycling and Waste

Tara is learning about the importance of recycling in her environmental science class. What does 'recycling' mean?

• a) Composting organic waste

• b) Turning old items into new ones

• c) Selling used items

• d) Donating unwanted goods

Which of the following is an example of single-use plastic?

• a) A plastic shopping bag

• b) A glass container

• c) A paper shopping bag

• d) A plastic water bottle

Aditi is concerned about the increasing plastic waste in her community. Why is it important for her to reduce plastic waste?

• b) To keep the environment clean and safe

• To enhance product durability

• To create jobs in the plastic industry

• To increase plastic production

Mira is trying to decide on the benefits of composting for her garden. Which of these is a benefit of composting?

• a) It attracts pests

• b) It increases landfill waste

• c) It helps grow plants

• d) It reduces soil quality

What should Ria do with plastic bottles when she is finished using them?

• Burn them in a fire

• Use them as plant pots

• Store them in a closet

• b) Recycle them

Aanya is trying to find ways to reduce the use of plastic bags in her community. What is one way she can do this?

• Buy more plastic bags

• Use biodegradable bags

• a) Use cloth bags for shopping

• Reuse plastic bags for food storage

Why is it a good idea for Ishika to use reusable containers for her school lunches?

• They take up too much space

• a) They help save money and reduce waste

• They are only for food storage

• They are too heavy to carry

What is the main purpose of recycling in a school project led by Neha?

• b) To conserve resources

• a) To create more waste

• c) To make things more complicated

During a school project, Avyaan and Aashi were discussing which of the following items they could compost in their garden.

• Cardboard box

• Aluminum can

• Banana peel

• Glass jar

What can Asher do with old clothes instead of throwing them away?

• Use them as rags

• Throw them in the trash

• Sell them

• a) Donate them