Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!!!!

What is a simple way to reduce paper consumption?

• Print on both sides of the paper or use digital documents.

• Use thicker paper for printing.

• Only print when absolutely necessary.

• Print in color to make documents more appealing.

Give an example of recycling.

• Turning old newspapers into new paper products.

• Throwing away plastic bottles in the trash.

• Burning old tires for energy.

• Using disposable cups instead of reusable ones.

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Why is reusing items better than recycling?

• Reusing requires less energy and resources than recycling.

• Recycling is more cost-effective than reusing.

• Reusing items creates more waste than recycling.

• Recycling is faster than reusing items.

What does 'reduce' mean in the context of waste management?

• To increase the amount of waste we create by using more.

• To recycle waste materials into new products.

• To decrease the amount of waste we create by using less.

• To dispose of waste in landfills.

What does 'reuse' mean in the context of waste management?

• To recycle an item into a new product.

• To use an item again for the same or a different purpose instead of throwing it away.

• To dispose of an item in a landfill.

• To incinerate waste materials for energy.

What is one benefit of recycling?

• It helps save natural resources and reduces landfill waste.

• It increases the amount of waste produced.

• It has no impact on the environment.

• It is more expensive than throwing things away.

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What is one challenge of recycling?

• Not all materials are recyclable, and contamination can make recycling difficult.

• Recycling is always cost-effective compared to landfill disposal.

• All materials can be recycled without any issues.

• Recycling processes are faster than waste disposal methods.

Give an example of reusing an item.

• Using an old jar to store food or craft supplies.

• Throwing away old clothes after one use.

• Buying new containers for storage.

• Using plastic bags only once.

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What does 'recycle' mean in the context of waste management?

• To process used materials to make new products, reducing the need for new resources.

• To throw away waste materials in landfills.

• To burn waste materials to generate energy.

• To store waste materials for future use.

Give an example of reducing waste.

• Using a reusable water bottle instead of single-use plastic bottles.

• Throwing away food scraps in the trash.

• Buying products with excessive packaging.

• Using disposable cutlery for parties.

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