3rd Grade - Humans and the Environment

What is happening to many species of animals and plants?

• They are growing in number.

• They are in danger of disappearing forever.

• They are becoming stronger.

• They are moving to new places.

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What are some things humans do that can hurt species?

• Planting more trees.

• Cleaning up the environment.

• Cutting down trees and polluting the environment.

• Protecting animals.

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How can we help reduce plastic pollution?

• By using more plastic

• By throwing plastic in the ocean

• By using less plastic and recycling

• By burning plastic

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What is one way plastic harms the ecosystem?

• It makes plants grow faster

• It helps animals find food

• It hurts the ecosystem when animals eat it

• It cleans the water

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What is one negative effect of plastic on animals?

• It makes them happy

• It makes them sick

• It helps them grow

• It gives them energy

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Why is plastic a big problem for the planet?

• It makes the planet colder.

• It helps animals grow.

• It harms oceans, lakes, and rivers.

• It makes plants grow faster.

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What is important to do to help reduce plastic pollution?

• Use more plastic.

• Recycle and use less plastic.

• Throw plastic in the ocean.

• Burn plastic.

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Where does plastic pollution affect animals?

• In the desert.

• In the mountains.

• In the oceans, lakes, and rivers.

• In the sky.

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Why are forests important for the air?

• They make it dirty

• They give us clean air

• They block the sun

• They make it rain

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What do trees provide for animals?

• Homes

• Cars

• Computers

• Clothes

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