Does Littering Matter?

What is the main focus of the author in the passage 'Does Littering Matter?'

• Teaching children about recycling

• Promoting a cleaner and healthier environment

• Encouraging children to play outdoors

• Discussing the history of littering

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Understanding the author

What is litter?

• A kind of animal that makes a mess.

• A toy that a child lost.

• Trash left on the ground in public places.

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CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Why is littering a problem?

• It makes places look nice

• It helps plants grow

• It can harm wildlife and the environment

• It is good for the water

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Part A

Why is it important to teach children about the importance of not littering?

• To protect the well-being of all living creatures

• To increase the amount of waste in the environment

• To encourage littering behavior

• To make the planet more beautiful

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Evaluating claims and arguments

Part B

Which sentence from the article best explains why it is important to teach children about the importance of not littering?

• Furthermore, littering can clog drains and waterways, leading to flooding and other environmental issues.

• Not only does littering make our surroundings look dirty and unkempt, but it can also harm wildlife.

• Teaching children about the importance of not littering is crucial in preserving the beauty of our planet and protecting the well-being of all living creatures.

• So next time you have a piece of trash, even if it is small, please make sure it gets into a trash can!

Why is it expensive to clean up litter?

• Because it disappears by itself

• Because it can fly away

• Because it turns into trees

• Because it costs cities a lot of money

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CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RL.1.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

What should you do with trash to help the environment?

• Put it in a trash can

• Leave it in the ocean

• Throw it on the ground

• Give it to a friend

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

Why is littering harmful to the environment and wildlife?

• It can lead to pollution

• It can cause flooding

• It can create health hazards for humans

• It can increase biodiversity

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Comprehending a text

Does the author believe that littering is a harmful practice that affects the environment and wildlife?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• I don't know

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Understanding the author

Read the question carefully. Then enter your answer in the box provided.

What is the author's purpose of this text? Support your answer with evidence from the article.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6