WorksheetsE-WASTE QUIZ
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 4mins
1. What is considered as e-waste?
A. Only smartphones and laptops
B. Any waste that smells bad
C. Discarded electrical and electronic equipment
D. Used paper and plastic
2. Which of the following best describes why e-waste is considered hazardous?
A. It absorbs oxygen
B. It contains toxic substances like lead, cadmium and mercury
C. It decomposes too quickly
D. It attracts pests in landfills
3. Which environmental damage can result from e-waste in landfills?
A. Enhanced plant growth
B. Toxic chemicals leaching into soil and water
C. Faster decomposition of paper
D. Increased wildlife habitat
4. What is one major environmental risk of improperly managed e-waste?
A. Sudden floods
B. Noise pollution
C. Wildlife migration
D. Mercury and plastic pollution
5. Which harmful substance is most commonly released from mismanaged e-waste?
A. Mercury
B. Oxygen
C. Helium
D. Sulfur
6. What valuable materials are commonly found in e-waste?
A. Gold and copper
B. Wood and paper
C. Clay and sand
D. Silk and cotton
7. What is the environmental benefit of recycling e-waste instead of mining raw materials?
A. Faster internet speed
B. Less traffic congestion
C. Reduced need to mine 900 billion kg of ore
D. More phone models released annually
8. What is the main cause of low e-waste recycling rates globally?
A. Too many recycling plants
B. Lack of consumer interest
C. No valuable materials in electronics
D. Weak legislation and poor enforcement
9. Before this campaign, how familiar were you with the topic of e-waste?
A. Not at all familiar
B. Slightly familiar
C. Moderately familiar
D. Very familiar
E. Extremely familiar
10. How much did the campaign increase your awareness about e-waste?
A. Not at all
B. A little
C. Somewhat
D. A lot
E. Completely
11. Do you have any suggestions to improve for future campaigns?
