Green Teen Article Quiz

What is the main focus of Mateo Lange's community program?

• Recycling bottles and cans

• Planting trees

• Organizing sports events

• Cleaning up beaches

In which state does Mateo Lange's recycling program operate?

• Texas

• Florida

• Michigan

• California

How much money did Mateo's initial bottle and can drive raise?

• $10,000

• $3,000

• $1,500

• $7,500

What was the purpose of starting the recycling program in 2020?

• To support local schools

• To promote environmental education

• To clean up local parks

• To raise funds for a baseball team

How many bottles and cans has Mateo's program prevented from littering?

• 3 million

• 2 million

• 1 million

• 500,000

What is the deposit amount per container in Michigan?

• 5¢

• 10¢

• 15¢

• 20¢

What award did Mateo receive in 2023?

• Environmental Youth Award

• TIME Person of the Year

• Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

• Nobel Peace Prize

What was a challenge faced by the recycling program during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Lack of volunteers

• Stores not accepting returns

• Shortage of recycling bins

• Increased littering

How did Mateo and his dad collect bottles and cans?

• Using a bicycle

• Borrowing a truck

• Hiring a delivery service

• Walking door-to-door

What is Mateo's advice for making a positive impact?

• Work alone

• Wait for opportunities

• Focus on large projects

• Be creative and build on ideas