Caring for Our Planet: A Learning Journey

What is the primary reason Earth needs to be taken care of?

• To continue providing essentials like food and clothing

• To increase its size

• None of the above

• To change its orbit

What is a major problem related to water on Earth?

• Pollution in water

• Scarcity of fresh water

• Overabundance of water

• Too much salt in water

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What can individuals do to conserve water?

• Leave taps open

• Take longer showers

• Fix leaking faucets

• Increase water usage

What causes air pollution when using vehicles?

• Walking

• Riding bikes

• Using more gas

• Using less gas

How can planting trees help the environment?

• They increase air pollution

• They help clean the air

• They have no effect on the environment

• They increase waste

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How can buying local food help the environment?

• Has no impact on the environment

• Increases global warming

• Increases gas usage for transportation

• Reduces gas usage for transportation

What is a significant issue caused by too much trash?

• Improved soil quality

• Harm to soil, air, and water

• More homes for animals

• Cleaner cities

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What should you do with old electronics to manage waste?

• Burn them

• Throw them in the trash

• Recycle them

• Leave them on the street

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

What is a beneficial action to take with items you no longer need?

• Dispose of them immediately

• Store them indefinitely

• Give them away for reuse

• Ignore them

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What should families discuss to help Earth?

• None of the above

• Ignoring environmental issues

• Methods to help Earth's environment

• Ways to increase pollution

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