"Tiny Pacific Island" PBSNewshour

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English
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7th Grade
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Hard
Christine Slater
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7 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason Henderson Island is covered in plastic debris?
It is located near a major oceanic current that gathers plastic.
It is close to many factories and human settlements.
It is a popular tourist destination.
It is a dumping ground for nearby countries.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following items are commonly found on Henderson Island's beaches?
Plastic razor blades and toothbrushes
Glass bottles and metal cans
Wooden utensils and paper bags
Ceramic dishes and cloth bags
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the estimated number of plastic pieces on Henderson Island?
37.7 million
10 million
50 million
5 million
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are land crabs on Henderson Island making their homes in plastic?
The island is covered in plastic debris.
There are no natural materials available.
They prefer plastic over natural materials.
Plastic provides better protection.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main message of the article regarding plastic waste?
We need to reduce our dependence on single-use plastics.
Plastic waste is only a problem for remote islands.
Plastic waste is not a significant issue.
Only certain countries are responsible for plastic waste.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which countries are most of the plastic pieces on Henderson Island traced back to?
Japan, China, Chile, and Peru
United States and Europe
Australia and New Zealand
India and Indonesia
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did Jennifer Lavers use to first notice the trash on Henderson Island?
Google Maps
Satellite images
Aerial photographs
Local reports
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