Eco-Friendly Food

Why did the author most likely present the disposable items in the form of a bulleted list?

• to show readers why the items are wasteful

• so readers can easily check off the items they use

• to show readers how to pack their food more responsibly

• so readers can see which lunch foods are the most important to eat

Why did the author most likely suggest using yogurt from a large container?

• Yogurt in large containers stays fresh for a long time.

• A large container will leave room for adding chopped fruit.

• Yogurt in large containers is the most healthful kind of yogurt.

• One large container creates less waste than many small containers.

The passage says that some bottles leak a chemical called phthlate into the water they hold. What point does this detail support?

• Tap water is often safer than bottled water.

• It is okay to buy bottled water once in a while.

• It takes lots of energy to ship and cool bottled water.

• Bottled water usually costs much more than tap water does.

According to the passage, what is the first step in planting a cylinder garden?

• buying seeds

• deciding where to place it

• cutting the bucket into two pieces

• drilling holes in the bottom of the pot

The passage explains that the principle behind food miles is that when your food is grown farther away, It is more harmful to Earth. What does principle mean?

• secret

• interest

• main idea

• big question