Environmental Impact of Plastic Bags

Environmental Impact of Plastic Bags

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Social Studies, Life Skills

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video discusses the significant impact small actions can have on the environment, focusing on the choice between paper and plastic bags. It highlights the environmental damage caused by plastic bags, noting that over 500 billion are used annually, contributing to pollution. The video also shares positive news about countries banning plastic bags and encourages viewers to bring their own bags to stores as a simple yet effective solution.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main question posed about everyday choices in the introduction?

How to recycle plastic bags?

How to reduce water usage?

Whether to use paper or plastic bags?

Whether to drive or walk to work?

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant environmental issue caused by plastic bags?

They are difficult to manufacture.

They increase the cost of groceries.

They take up too much space in landfills.

They never fully biodegrade, leading to pollution.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many plastic bags are used worldwide each year?

1 trillion

500 billion

100 million

50 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What positive trend is mentioned regarding plastic bags?

They are being made from stronger materials.

More countries and cities are banning them.

They are becoming more colorful.

They are being used more frequently.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What simple action can individuals take to help reduce plastic bag usage?

Use paper bags instead.

Bring their own reusable bags to the store.

Recycle more often.

Shop less frequently.