WB page 106-107 Plastic Waste Awareness Quiz

What is the main topic of the article?

• How to recycle plastic at home

• Ways to reduce plastic use and go zero waste

• The history of plastic invention

• How plastic is made in factories

What is the difference between bio-based and synthetic plastics?

• Bio-based plastics last longer than synthetic plastics.

• Synthetic plastics are made from plants.

• Bio-based plastics are made from renewable sources, synthetic ones from fossil fuels.

• There is no difference between them.

What is a major environmental issue caused by plastic?

• It disappears quickly.

• It cools the environment.

• It uses natural fertilizers.

• It releases greenhouse gases and leaks chemicals.

Why are microplastics dangerous?

• They turn into clean water.

• They are too big to be harmful.

• They can harm wildlife and possibly humans.

• They are only found in landfills.

What is one shopping habit that helps reduce plastic waste?

• Using disposable bags

• Taking a reusable bag

• Buying products in plastic containers

• Using plastic water bottles

Which of the following is a zero-waste suggestion from the article?

• Buy bottled water

• Always use plastic packaging

• Make your own ketchup or yogurt

• Choose products with more packaging

What is the estimated decomposition time for a plastic bottle in the ocean?

• 2 weeks

• 50 years

• 200 years

• 450 years

How long does it take for a glass bottle to decompose?

• 1 year

• 100 years

• 1,000 years

• 1 million years

What does the article suggest for carrying fruits and vegetables?

• Plastic bags

• Foamed plastic cups

• Washable reusable produce bags

• Paper wraps

What is the goal of the zero-waste challenge?

• To recycle more plastic

• To increase plastic production

• To reduce plastic use and promote plastic-free living

• To teach cooking with plastic tools