Halloween Sustainability Quiz

What percentage of the yearly waste in the U.S. is attributed to Halloween, including costumes, decorations, and candy wrappers?

• 1%

• 3%

• 5%

• 10%

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What is one of the most sustainable materials for making homemade Halloween decorations?

• Plastic

• Paper

• Bamboo

• Styrofoam

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How many pounds of candy are typically purchased in the U.S. for Halloween each year?

• 50 million pounds

• 100 million pounds

• 600 million pounds

• 900 million pounds

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Which vegetable is commonly used as an eco-friendly alternative to pumpkins for carving?

• Turnips

• Zucchini

• Sweet Potatoes

• Squash

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What is the environmental benefit of using LED lights for Halloween decorations instead of traditional incandescent bulbs?

• They are cheaper

• They last longer and consume less energy

• They come in more colors

• They are easier to install

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Which type of costume is considered the most eco-friendly?

• Store-bought costumes

• Costumes made from recycled materials

• Costumes made from new materials

• Costumes rented from a shop

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What can you do with leftover Halloween candy to reduce waste?

• Throw it away

• Donate it to a local charity or organization

• Bury it in the backyard

• Feed it to pets

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What is one way to make your Halloween party more eco-friendly?

• Use disposable plates and utensils

• Go paperless with digital invitations

• Buy single-use decorations

• Choose plastic cups over glass

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Which Halloween tradition has a significant environmental impact due to plastic use?

• Trick-or-treating

• Carving pumpkins

• Costume parades

• Decorating with fake spider webs

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What is a fun eco-friendly alternative to traditional trick-or-treat candy?

• Plastic toys

• Organic fruit snacks

• Chocolate bars

• Store-bought cookies

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