Year 9FAN

What does "Use It Up" mean in relation to food waste?

• Only eating at home

• Buying food in bulk

• Cooking and using food you already have before buying more

• Throwing away old food

Which of the following is not a way to avoid food waste?

• Buying only what you need

• Cooking what you have first

• Storing food correctly

• Ignoring leftovers

Why is food waste harmful to the environment?

• It increases demand for organic food

• It causes methane emissions in landfill

• It supports plastic packaging waste

• It helps feed local animals

What is one way to practice the "Use It Up" habit?

• Cooking large portions and throwing away leftovers

• Checking your pantry and fridge before shopping

• Buying frozen meals

• Eating out more often

Which of these foods are among the most wasted in Australia?

• Rice and pasta

• Chocolate and chips

• Nuts and seeds

• Bagged salads and bread

What is the best way to dispose of inedible food scraps?

• Landfill bin
  

• Compost bin or worm farm

• Plastic wrap and freezer

• Sink or garbage disposal

What common mistake leads to household food waste?

• Buying take-away instead of using what's at home

• Writing a shopping list

• Reusing leftovers

• Growing your own food

What precious resources are wasted when food is wasted?

• Wood and plastic

• Glass and paper

• Sand and metal

• Water and land

What should you do before going grocery shopping?

• Look at what you already have

• Buy in bulk to save time

• Watch cooking shows

• Order take-away just in case

How can leftovers be prevented from being wasted?

• Leave them out overnight

• Store properly and eat or freeze them

• Throw them in the bin

• Feed them only to pets