The 3R's Vocabulary Review

Solar and wind energy are examples of _______ resources because they can be replaced naturally.

Match the word to its definition

conserve

• to break down into smaller parts over time

• to cause damage to the environment

• to use resources as quickly as possible

• to protect or save something from being wasted

Many cities are running out of space in their _______ for all the trash people throw away.

What does "decompose" mean?

• to break down naturally into smaller parts

• to create new materials from waste

• to protect or save something from being wasted

• to grow or increase rapidly

To _______ pollution, people should recycle and avoid using single-use plastics.

What does "harmful" mean?

• helps things grow and improve

• breaks down naturally without causing problems

• causes damage or injury

• protects or saves something from being wasted

What does "dispose" mean?

• to repair and reuse an item

• to break something into smaller pieces naturally

• to get rid of something in a proper or specific way

• to save something for future use

Gardeners often _______ fruit and vegetable peels to create natural fertilizer.

Unscramble this word.

o-b-i-g-e-d-a-r-l-a-b-d-e

A _______ lifestyle means using resources wisely without harming the environment for future generations.