Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Plastic forks, spoons, and knives are disposable. Which word is the OPPOSITE of disposable?

• paper

• natural

• reusable

• wasteful

Moby has a yard sale to sell his old toys. Why is this good for the environment?

• because he will make money at the sale

• because toys are good for the environment

• because he will use up natural resources

• because other people can reuse his toys

What can you do to reduce waste?

• Care for people who live in your community.

• Use things once and then throw them out.

• Buy new books and electronic equipment.

• Choose things that use less packaging.

What should Moby do to save water each day?

• Stop taking showers or baths.

• Try taking quick showers.

• Stop washing his hands.

• Drink juice instead of water.

Which item breaks down easily into the environment?

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What is one way to create less waste?

• Buy many small items.

• Reuse old containers.

• Overfill your plate.

• Throw old clothes away.

Some electronic equipment is made with harmful materials. What should you do with old electronic equipment?

• Recycle it so the materials are taken out or reused.

• Throw the equipment away in the trash or in a landfill.

• Keep the electronic equipment in your home forever.

• Bury the old equipment in a hole in your backyard.

Plants, sunlight, and wind are RENEWABLE RESOURCES. Which is a RENEWABLE RESOURCE?

• something from the environment we do not need

• something people do that can harm the environment

• something from the environment we can only do once

• something in the environment that is replaced naturally

Moby is hot. How can he use the least amount of energy?

• Open the windows to let in the breeze.

• Open the freezer door to cool the room.

• Turn on an electric fan to create a breeze.

• Put the air conditioner on the coldest setting.

What is one way Grandpop can conserve energy at the store?

• Bring reusable bags to pack his groceries.

• Buy food that is shipped from overseas.

• Only buy things that are on sale.

• Pay for items using only coins.