Keeping Our Environment Clean

Harper, Brailey, and Jayden are discussing ways to help the environment. They come across the term 'recycling.' What does recycling mean in this context?

• The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials.

• The process of converting reusable materials into waste materials.

• The process of converting waste materials into non-reusable materials.

• The process of converting waste materials into compost.

Jaxon, Jane, and Dex are discussing the importance of recycling for the environment. What is the main reason they believe recycling is important?

• Recycling helps conserve resources, reduce pollution, and decrease waste sent to landfills.

• Recycling has no impact on the environment.

• Recycling increases pollution and waste.

• Recycling is a waste of time and resources.

Donny,Jack, Jasper, and Ivy are collecting materials for a recycling project. Which of the following materials can they recycle?(Select all that apply.)

• metal

• glass

• plastic

• paper

Ella, Lainie, and E.J. are discussing waste management. What does waste management refer to in their discussion?

• Process of creating waste materials

• Process of ignoring waste materials

• Process of collecting, treating, and disposing waste materials

Elodie, Ava, and Kinsler are discussing the importance of proper waste management after observing the waste disposal habits in their neighborhood. Why, according to them, is proper waste management important?

• They believe that proper waste management only benefits a small group of people and does not have a wider impact.

• They think that proper waste management is not important and has no impact on the environment or resources.

• They argue that proper waste management is important for environmental protection, and pollution prevention.

• They feel that proper waste management is a waste of time and resources and does not provide any benefits.

Brynlee and Gracyn are planning a project on waste management for their school. They want to focus on the three R's of waste management. What are these three R's?

• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

• Refurbish, Repurpose, Recover

• Refuse, Repurpose, Recycle

• Refuse, Repurpose, Recover

Wyatt and Oliver are discussing ways to reduce waste at home. Which of the following suggestions would be the most effective?

• Throw everything in the trash

• Buy more and waste more

• Ignore recycling and reuse

• Practice the 3 R's: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

Jaxon, Autry and Jacen are discussing the benefits of composting in their garden. What are the benefits they might mention?

• Taking up space, attracting pests, causing bad odors

• Reducing landfill waste, enriching soil, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers

Zane,Bailey and Allie are discussing the harmful effects of littering in their neighborhood park. What are the consequences they might mention?

• Pollution of the environment, harm to wildlife, spread of diseases, and degradation of natural beauty.

• Enhancement of natural beauty, reduction of waste accumulation, prevention of disease spread

• Protection of wildlife habitats, preservation of water quality, promotion of sustainable living

Kyler and Gunner are planning a community event to promote recycling and waste management. What can they do to encourage others to participate in recycling and practice waste management?

• 1. Tell them recycling is a waste of time and effort.

• 2. Ignore their recycling efforts and continue to produce waste.

• 3. Spread misinformation about the negative effects of recycling.

• 1. Educate them about the benefits of recycling and waste management. 2. Set a good example by practicing recycling and waste management themselves. 3. Provide convenient recycling facilities and bins. 4. Offer incentives or rewards for recycling. 5. Raise awareness through campaigns and community events. 6. Teach proper sorting and disposal of recyclable materials. 7. Collaborate with local authorities and organizations to implement recycling programs. 8. Share success stories and statistics to show the positive impact of recycling. 9. Engage in conversations and discussions to promote the importance of recycling. 10. Encourage the use of reusable products and reduce single-use items.