Parker Article

What is the expected trend for global trash production for the rest of the century?

• It will decrease every year.

• It will remain constant.

• It will rise every year.

• It will peak by 2021.

Who is Jenna Jambeck?

• A marine biologist studying ocean currents.

• An environmental engineer studying ocean trash.

• A politician advocating for ocean cleanup.

• A spokesperson for NOAA.

What was the first discovery of marine animals entangled in debris?

• Dolphins trapped in fishing nets.

• Northern fur seals trapped in rubber collars.

• Sea turtles caught in plastic bags.

• Whales entangled in ropes.

What is the main composition of ocean debris now, according to scientists?

• Cloth, wood, and ceramics.

• Metal and glass.

• Plastic, mostly microplastics.

• Organic waste.

What is the consensus among scientists about cleaning up the oceans?

• It is easy and effective.

• It can cause more harm than good.

• It is unnecessary.

• It should be done immediately.

What is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch often compared to in size?

• The size of Texas.

• The size of California.

• The size of Japan.

• The size of the Atlantic Ocean.

What is a major challenge in solving the problem of ocean trash?

• Lack of scientific research.

• Insufficient funding for cleanup.

• Increasing volume of ocean trash.

• Lack of public awareness.