Reading Comprehension

What is one effective way for schools to minimize food waste in their cafeterias?

• Increase portion sizes to reduce leftover food
  

• Implement portion control measures
  

• Encourage students to take more food than they need
  

• Serve unlimited food to students

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

How can schools educate students about the impact of food waste?

• By ignoring the issue of food waste
  

• 
  By serving excessive amounts of food in cafeterias

• 
  By teaching students about the value of food and sustainable eating habits

• By throwing away excess food without explanation

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

1. What is a suggested strategy for schools to reduce food waste and help those in need?
   

• Throwing away excess food to avoid any issues
  

• Establishing partnerships with local food banks or shelters to donate excess food
  

• Keeping all leftover food for the next day
  

• Encouraging students to waste food as they please

1. How can schools instill a culture of responsibility and sustainability among students?
   

• By promoting wasteful behavior
  

• 
  By not addressing the issue of food waste

• By allowing students to take more food than they can finish
  

• By teaching students to value and appreciate the food they are served
  

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

1. What is the main message conveyed in the text regarding reducing food waste in schools?
   

• Schools can play a significant role in reducing food waste by implementing certain measures
  

• Food waste is not a concern for schools

• Schools should serve unlimited food to students

• Schools should continue wasting food without any changes
  

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

1. How does the text describe the issue of food waste in schools?
   

• The text praises schools for their excessive food consumption
  

• The text suggests that food waste is beneficial for the environment

• The text ignores the issue of food waste in schools
  

• The text highlights the significance of food waste as a problem
  

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

1. What aesthetic expressions are used in the text to emphasize the importance of valuing food?
   

• "Valuable and appreciated food resources"
  

• "Unimportant and disposable food items"
  

• "Wasted and discarded meals"
  

• "Excessive and unnecessary eating habits"

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

1. How does the text express the role of schools in reducing food waste?
   

• By encouraging excessive food consumption in cafeterias
  

• By emphasizing the responsibility and sustainability of schools in addressing food waste
  

• By promoting wasteful behavior among students
  

• By disregarding the impact of food waste on the environment

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

1. What phrases or expressions does the text use to advocate for partnerships with local food banks?
   

• "Hoarding excess food for personal use"
  

• "Isolating and avoiding community involvement"
  

• "Establishing partnerships to donate excess food"
  

• "Ignoring the needs of the local community"

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

1. What is the author's opinion about the importance of reducing food waste in schools?
   
   
   

• Schools should continue wasting food without any changes

• Food waste is a minor issue that does not require attention

• Food waste is inconsequential and should be encouraged

• Schools can make a significant impact by taking specific measures to reduce food waste

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6