Recycling: A Simple Solution

The main purpose of recycling according to the passage is

• To reduce waste

• To increase production

• To generate energy

• To create pollution

In which century did Europe start the first modern recycling programs?

• 20th century

• 17th century

• 19th century

• 21st century

According to the passage, what percentage of waste in the U.S. is recycled each year?

• 35%

• 25%

• 45%

• 55%

True or False: The passage states that all plastics can be easily recycled.

• True

• False

According to the passage, the U.S. can improve its recycling efforts by:

• Expanding public recycling facilities

• Increasing awareness and education

• Banning all non-recyclable materials

• Relying solely on private recycling initiatives

What is the main idea of the passage?

• Recycling is difficult and does not help the environment.

• Recycling helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources.

• People throw away too much waste.

• Ancient civilizations used recycling to make tools.

Which detail supports the main idea that recycling helps save natural resources?

• Recycling has been practiced for centuries.

• People use recycled materials instead of raw materials to make new products.

• Recycling is done in many cities.

• The U.S. recycles 34% of its waste.

Which of the following supports the idea that recycling is helpful for the environment?

• Some materials can't be recycled.

• Recycling has been around since the time of the Romans.

• Recycling programs help conserve raw materials and reduce waste.

• The U.S. recycles less than Europe.

Which of the following is the best summary of the passage about recycling?

• Recycling started in the 1800s and is no longer needed.

• Recycling only works in Europe and is not important in other countries.

• People recycle more materials every year and use less plastic.

• Recycling helps reduce waste and conserve resources, but there are still challenges.

Which of the following statements would be important to include in a summary of the passage about recycling? (Select two.)

• Recycling has been practiced for thousands of years and helps conserve resources.

• Recycling is a difficult process that only certain countries use.

• People throw away things that can be reused, and recycling helps reduce waste.

• In the 1800s, Europe started the first modern recycling programs.