Plastic & The Environment
What does “single-use plastic” mean?
Plastic designed to be used only once before being thrown away.
Complete the sentence:
“You _____ recycle plastic bottles at school.”
have to / are allowed to
What material do you need to make a torch in Minecraft?
Coal (or charcoal) and sticks.
What does the verb “reduce” mean in environmental contexts?
To use less of something.
Which animal can change its color to hide from danger?
A chameleon.
Why are plastic straws dangerous for sea animals?
Animals can swallow them or get injured by them.
Choose the correct option:
“Students _____ use their phones during exams.”
a) can
b) are allowed to
c) aren’t allowed to
c) aren’t allowed to
What animal is the famous brainrot Tralalero Tralalá?
A shark
What is a landfill?
A place where waste is buried.
Which famous tower in Italy is known because it leans to one side?
The Leaning Tower of Pisa.
What is one environmental problem caused by plastic bottles?
They create pollution and take a very long time to decompose.
Complete the sentence:
“We _____ bring our own food to the trip. The school provides lunch.”
don't have to
What is the name of the dark alternate dimension in Stranger Things?
The Upside Down.
Complete the sentence with the correct word:
“Glass and paper are materials that people can often _____.”
Recycle.
What do pandas mainly eat?
Bamboo
Why do many environmentalists encourage people to use reusable products?
Because they reduce waste and pollution.
Correct the mistake:
“People can’t to leave trash on the beach.”
People can’t leave trash on the beach.
Which superhero is known for using a shield made of vibranium? What color is it?
Captain America.
Red, white and blue.
What does“reusable" mean?
Reusable items can be used many times
What is the only mammal that can fly?
The Bat
According to the reading, why is recycling alone not enough?
Because people also need to reduce and reuse plastic.
Rewrite the sentence using “be allowed to”:
“Students can use reusable bottles in class.”
Students are allowed to use reusable bottles in class.
Why is Spider-Man called “Spider-Man”? Name one spider-like ability he has.
Because he has spider-like powers such as climbing walls, spider-sense, or shooting webs.
Able to break down naturally without causing long-term pollution.
Biodegradable
Why do flamingos become pink?
Because of pigments in the food they eat.