WorksheetsRecycling Review
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 8mins
Mandy turns her plastic drink bottles to plant holders. Which of the 3R's is she practicing?
Reuse
Reduce
Recycle
The following is an example of reducing:
using less water when you shower
using plastic bags as small garbage bags
bringing newspapers to a recycling center
all of the above
The following is an example of reusing:
washing zip top bags after use so they can be used again
using less water when you brush your teeth
using fewer napkins when you eat
bringing cans to a recycling center
Tony is using his own bag instead of a plastic bag at the supermarket. Which of the 3R's is he practicing?
Reuse
Reduce
Recycle
Should you recycle paper cartons with food scraps or stains?
Yes, it is still paper
No, anything contaminated should go into the waste container bin
Peter is turning a piece of old clothing into a fashionable bag. Which of the 3R's is he practiing?
Reuse
Recycle
Reduce
Which of the following (there is more than one) is a Renewable resource?
Metals
Air
Fossil Fuels
Water
Plants
Which of the following (there is more than one) is a Non-renewable resource?
Air
Fossil Fuels
Water
Metals
Plants
Electric cars are expensive to own, and recharging stations are not readily available. Unlike cars that run on fossil fuels, electric cars produce no carbon monoxide when being driven. Which of the following BEST explains why people chose to use this technology (drive electric cars)?
The technology is a scientific advancement
Electric cars store energy in batteries
The technology is environmentally friendly
Everyone is driving an electric car
Jamie read that the amount of fossil fuels that are available will eventually decline, leading to a short supply of fuel for automobiles. What is the MOST likely effect of a fossil fuel shortage?
There would be more research on the use of alternate fuels
More people would use airplanes for travel
The fossil fuels would be manufactured in factories
The technology would be focused on cars that do not use energy
Discarded electronic devices, such as outdated computers and cell phones, contain metals that can be toxic to the environment. Which statement BEST explains why humans continue to use these technologies?
Electronics have become less expensive over time
Some areas have recycling programs for electronics
Industries that con produce electronics help the economy
Humans value the benefits of these devices over their cost
Most of the trash in the United States is currently disposed of in one of three ways:
32.5% is recycled or composted
12.5% is incinerated (burned)
55% is put into landfills
Which change would decrease the ecological footprint of a town the MOST?
Increases in recycling and incineration and a decrease in landfill use
Increase in recycling and decreases in incineration and landfill use
Decreases in recycling and landfill use and an increase in incineration
Decrease in recycling and increases in incineration and landfill use
Some used car oil was put in a container to take to a mechanic for proper disposal. The used oil is disposed of this way so that
the oil can be reused in other cars.
the oil can be recycled to protect the environment.
the total amount of oil used by car owners will not increase.
impurities in the oil can be studied to improve car engine design.
Student were investigating the advantages and disadvantages of solar power. According to the information in the chart, which statement describes an advantage of using fossil fuels over solar power?
Fossil fuel stations require less maintenance than solar panels
Fossil fuels are less costly to obtain
Fossil fuels are available regardless of weather
Fossil fuels are an abundant renewable resource
