Cut Down
What does “cut down” mean in an environmental context?
Cutting down trees, meaning to chop or remove trees, often for purposes like construction, agriculture, or logging.
What does “recycle” mean?
“Recycle” means to take used materials (like paper, plastic, glass, or metal) and process them so they can be used again to make new products.
Why is it important to “turn off” electronics when not in use?
It saves energy, lowers electricity bills, and reduces pollution from power plants.
What does it mean to “pick up” litter?
It means to collect trash from the ground and put it in a bin.
What does it mean to “throw away” something?
It means to get rid of something by putting it in the trash.
What are the consequences of cutting down too many trees?
It can cause deforestation, loss of animal habitats, climate change, and soil erosion.
List three materials that can be recycled.
Paper, plastic bottles, and aluminium cans.
What are some devices you should “turn off” to save energy?
Lights, TVs, computers, air conditioners, and chargers should be turned off when not in use.
Why is it important to “pick up” trash in public spaces?
It keeps the area clean, prevents pollution, and helps protect animals who might eat or get hurt by litter.
What are some environmental impacts of throwing away plastic?
Plastic can pollute oceans, harm animals, and take hundreds of years to decompose.
Explain how cutting down trees affects wildlife.
Animals lose their homes and sources of food, which can lead to extinction or migration to other areas where they may not survive.
How does recycling help the environment?
It reduces waste, saves energy, conserves natural resources, and prevents pollution.
What are the benefits of turning off the water while brushing teeth?
It saves clean water, reduces water bills, and helps protect freshwater resources.
Suggest ways schools can encourage students to “pick up” waste.
Schools can start clean-up campaigns, give awards or points, put up signs and reminders, or create eco-clubs.
Describe an alternative to throwing away food waste
We can compost food scraps, which turns them into natural fertiliser for plants instead of creating garbage.