Checking for Understanding
Why is e-waste harmful?
It is toxic, emits greenhouse gases and mercury when burned, and there is a large amount of it.
What does the "e" in e-waste stand for?
Electronic
What does the underlined phrase mean?
"...tried to uncover the factors which brought about the present situation."
It means to cause something.
Name two reasons why people buy new electronics when they already have some.
People buy new electronics because theirs is broken or they want the newest type.
Match the words to their definitions.
- lifespan - restricted in size or amount
- consumers - how long something functions
- limited - someone who buys products
lifespan - how long something functions
consumers - someone who buys products
limited - restricted in size or amount
What does the underlined phrase mean?
"...a strategy often referred to as 'planned obsolescence.'"
It means "called".
What has happened to the quality of electronics and appliances in recent years? *Bonus points for the name of the strategy that companies use*
The quality has declined and companies purposely make them last short periods of time so you have to buy more. This strategy is called "planned obsolescence".
Name 3 things that can be repaired.
Phones, shoes, watches, or tablets.
What does the underlined phrase mean?
Colds are on the rise.
It means something is increasing.
What are the benefits of using our devices for long periods of time and repairing them?
What does "accomplish" mean?
It means to achieve or complete something successfully.
Use "turn into" in a sentence.
He turned into a werewolf.
What is "repair prevention"?
It is when companies make it difficult for devices to be repaired, so consumers are forced to buy new devices.
Match the words to their definitions.
- incentive - person or company that makes goods for sale
- manufacturers - financial gain, benefit, or advancement
- profit - something that motivates or encourages someone to do something
incentive- something that motivates or encourages someone to do something
profit - financial gain, benefit, or advancement
manufacturers - person or company that makes goods for sale
What does the underlined phrase mean?
"...greenhouse gas emissions are associated with the production of new products."
It means involved in or with.