Pasadena Unified Soil Contamination Quiz

What prompted Pasadena Unified to test soil near area schools?

• Recent findings of elevated lead levels

• A new state regulation

• Community protests

• A request from the PTA

Who is Pasadena Unified working with to test the soil?

• The Environmental Protection Agency

• Pasadena Public Health Department

• Local universities

• Private contractors

Match the following environmental concerns with their locations:

• Soil near Pasadena schools

• High levels of mercury

• Industrial areas with mercury emissions

• Presence of asbestos

• Old buildings with insulation issues

• Radioactive contamination

• Sites near nuclear plants

• Elevated levels of lead

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

The (a)   is mentioned as a cause for concern in the soil contamination.

• The Palisades fire
• The Malibu fire
• The Griffith Park fire
• The Eaton fire

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Match the roles with the corresponding organizations involved in the soil testing process.

• Role of Roux Inc.

• Conducting soil sampling

• Role of the government agency

• Organizing community meetings

• Role of the community group

• Providing legal advice

• Role of the legal firm

• Funding the project

What is the potential health impact of lead exposure mentioned in the text?

• Respiratory issues

• Developmental delays

• Skin irritation

• Vision problems

What action is the L.A. County Board of Supervisors considering?

• Relocating affected residents

• Building new schools

• Allocating funds for further testing

• Banning lead paint

Who is Lisa Kroese in the context of the article?

• A school principal

• A local health official

• A city council member

• PTA president at Don Benito Fundamental School

What is the purpose of the soil sample study mentioned?

• To study soil erosion

• To assess agricultural potential

• To evaluate contaminant levels in burn zones

• To map geological features

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

What is the main reason children are more susceptible to lead exposure?

• They have a higher metabolic rate

• They spend more time outdoors

• They ingest lead through hand-to-mouth contact

• They have weaker immune systems