What is the central idea of the article?
Microplastics Awareness Quiz

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Michael Mantsourani
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Microplastics are harmless and do not affect human health.
Microplastics are present in many everyday items, and while they cannot be avoided completely, there are ways to reduce exposure.
The government has strict regulations that prevent microplastics from entering food and water sources.
Most scientists agree that microplastics are not a concern for public health.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source of microplastic exposure?
Bottled water
Airborne dust
Metal cookware
Plastic cutting boards
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the author suggest avoiding plastic food storage?
It changes the taste of food.
Heat and other factors can cause plastic to release microplastics into food.
Plastic containers are too expensive.
Plastic does not break down in landfills.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the phrase "scientists aren’t sure what levels of microplastics and nanoplastics we’re each taking in" suggest?
Scientists have determined exactly how much plastic each person ingests.
There is uncertainty about the full extent of human microplastic consumption.
People only consume microplastics if they drink bottled water.
The government tracks individual plastic consumption.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the author’s purpose in writing this article?
To entertain the reader with funny stories about microplastics
To inform the reader about the presence of microplastics and provide tips to reduce exposure
To persuade the reader to stop drinking water entirely
To argue that microplastics have no effect on health
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which strategy is recommended to reduce exposure to microplastics?
Drinking only bottled water
Using plastic cutting boards instead of wood
Washing plastic by hand instead of using the dishwasher
Avoiding exercise and sleep to minimize exposure
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which statement best describes the author's tone in the article?
Humorous and sarcastic
Informative and concerned
Angry and aggressive
Excited and enthusiastic
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