Exploring Environmental Awareness with the Berenstain Bears

The Berenstain Bears learn about pollution in Bear Country. Initially dismissive, Papa Bear is shown the impact of pollution by Professor Actual Factual. The Cubs take action by forming the Earth Savers Club, promoting recycling, and raising awareness. Papa Bear eventually changes his perspective, and Bear Country celebrates Earth Savers Day.

What did Papa Bear initially think about pollution?

• He was very concerned and wanted to take immediate action.

• He thought it was an overreaction by Professor Actual Factual.

• He believed Bear Country was already doing enough for the environment.

• He wanted to start a recycling program.

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What endangered species did Professor Actual Factual suggest for Brother Bear's report?

• Pandas

• Humans and all creatures in Bear Country

• Bald eagles

• Polar bears

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What was one of the pollution problems observed by the cubs in Bear Country?

• Lack of public parks

• Noise pollution from factories

• Oil leaking into a stream

• Too many cars on the road

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What does the professor teach the cubs about ecology?

• It's about how creatures, plants, and the earth work together.

• It's the science of recycling materials.

• It's focused on saving endangered species.

• It's the study of pollution only.

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What did the Earth Savers Club propose to start with in their recycling program?

• Plastic bags

• Bottles

• Electronic waste

• Newspapers

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What action did Babs Bruno propose to combat pollution?

• Organizing a tree-planting event

• Starting a carpooling system

• Creating an educational program about pollution

• Talking to her dad about enforcing anti-pollution laws

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What was Papa Bear's stance on planting trees after cutting them down?

• He wanted to plant two trees for every one cut down.

• He thought it was unnecessary and too much work.

• He was enthusiastic and supportive.

• He suggested using artificial trees instead.

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What did Papa Bear dream about that made him reconsider his views on trees?

• A world without trees

• Trees chasing him

• Trees talking to him

• Trees turning into skyscrapers

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What special day did the mayor declare in honor of the Earth Savers Club's efforts?

• Recycle and Reuse Day

• Bear Country Clean-Up Day

• Earth Savers Day

• Green Bear Day

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What did Papa Bear's sign say in the Earth Savers Day parade?

• "Save Our Forests"

• "Plant a Tree Today"

• "A Good Woods Bear Plants a Tree for Every One He Cuts"

• "Keep Bear Country Beautiful"

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