2/4: The Debate on Banning Plastic Straws

What was the first major U.S. city to implement a ban on plastic straws?

• Seattle, Washington

• San Francisco, California

• New York City, New York

• Los Angeles, California

Which company announced its plan to phase out single-use plastic straws by 2020?

• Starbucks

• McDonald's

• Coca-Cola

• Pepsi

What is the primary environmental concern driving the bans on plastic straws?

• They are not biodegradable and harm marine life

• They are expensive to produce

• They cause air pollution

• They are difficult to recycle

What alternatives to plastic straws are suggested by proponents of the ban?

• Paper, steel, bamboo, and glass straws

• Plastic bags and bottles

• Wooden and ceramic straws

• Rubber and silicone straws

What do critics argue is the root cause of plastic pollution?

• Improper waste management and littering

• The production of plastic straws

• The use of plastic in packaging

• The lack of biodegradable plastics

Do YOU believe that plastic straws should be banned?