PlasTIQuiz!

What is the goal of Plastic Free July?

• Ban all plastics worldwide

• Encourage people to reduce single-use plastics

• Promote recycling only

• Celebrate plastic products

Which of the following is a single-use plastic?

• Stainless steel spoon

• Ceramic plate

• Plastic grocery bag

• Bamboo straw

Which Philippine law bans single-use plastics in certain areas?

• RA 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act)

• RA 8749 (Clean Air Act)

• RA 9275 (Clean Water Act)

• RA 10863 (Customs Modernization and Tariff Act)

What Island in the Philippines was closed to tourists in 2018 to address environmental issues, including plastic pollution?

• Palawan

• Boracay

• Siargao

• Cebu

Which is a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging used in Filipino markets?

• Cellophane

• Plastic Tupperware

• Banana leaves

• Styrofoam

Why is refusing single-use plastics important for the environment?

• They take decades to decompose

• They contribute to marine pollution

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What is the “3R” approach promoted by DENR?

• Reuse, Reduce, Refuel

• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

• Recycle, React, Reboot

• All of the above

According to DENR and local ordinances, what should establishments do to minimize plastic use?

• Give out plastics only during promotions

• Provide eco-friendly packaging alternatives

• Charge customers for each plastic used

• Both B and C

Which sector plays a major role in promoting a plastic-free lifestyle?

• Government

• Private businesses

• Every individual

• None of the above

How much plastic waste does the Philippines generate annually?

• A. 2.7 million metric tons

• B. 1.3 million metric tons

• C. 1.9 million metric tons

• D. 2.3 million metric tons