Coming Clean about Toxic Pollution

The word spoil means

• To enhance the quality of something

• To keep something safe and secure

• To harm or damage something

• To clean or purify something

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following best defines the word substance?

• A personal belief or opinion

• What something is made from such as a liquid or powder

• A decorative object

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following best defines the word device?

• A machine or tool that has a special use

• A plan or strategy

• A written document

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a dead lake?

• It has frozen over in the winter

• It is surrounded by dead trees

• It has no fish or plant life due to environmental pollution

• It is used for recreational activities such as boating and fishing

What is acid rain?

• Air pollution combined with water in the air

• Volcanic eruptions the contaminate water

• Excessive sunlight that leads to evaporation of water

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Choose three ways we can protect the earth from toxic waste.

• Recycle and dispose of trash responsibly.

• Get rid of pet waste properly

• Use plastic water bottles instead of a water filter

• Compost waste

What does the title "Coming Clean about Toxic Pollution" mean?

• Being dishonest about toxic pollution

• Cleaning up toxic pollution

• Telling the truth about toxic pollution

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What is the best meaning of the word variety?

• A lack of options

• A single type of something

• A range of different types

• A small selection of items

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Determine the meaning of the word modern in the following sentence:

Most modern cars have a device called a catalytic converter.

• old and outdated

• relating to the present time

• Easy to use

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

"Emissions from power plants react with sunlight and moisture to create acid rain."

What are emissions?

• The production of electricity

• Noises created by machinery

• Waste materials in landfills

• Gases and pollutants released from factories into the air

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4