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What is the purpose of the section “A Major Obstacle”?
A. to compare and contrast the amount of toilet paper used in different countries
B. to describe challenges faced by early manufacturers of toilet paper in the U.S.
C. to offer advice on how to advertise toilet paper
D. to present solutions to the environmental issues caused by toilet paper
B. to describe challenges faced by early manufacturers of toilet paper in the U.S.
2. The author writes, “In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, there was another TP shortage, proving Americans still cannot fathom living without it.” Which is the definition of fathom?
A. to come to understand
B. to ignore
C. to deny
D. to suspiciously question
A. to come to understand
3. Which details support the idea that bathroom business was once a taboo topic? Choose TWO.
A. “In fact, the Scott brothers were so embarrassed by their own product that they didn’t take credit for it for about a decade.”
B. “No mention of the product’s actual purpose appeared on the packaging.”
C. “In 1973, a television host made a joke about a toilet paper shortage, and millions of people took him seriously.”
D. “And indeed, toilet paper remains a big business.”
A. “In fact, the Scott brothers were so embarrassed by their own product that they didn’t take credit for it for about a decade.”
B. “No mention of the product’s actual purpose appeared on the packaging.”
4. Consider this sentence: “Unfortunately, all that TP is wreaking havoc on our planet.” This sentence tells you that ________.
A. people still feel uncomfortable discussing bathroom business
B. toilet paper is essential
C. toilet paper is not an environmentally friendly product
D. other countries use less toilet paper than the U.S.
C. toilet paper is not an environmentally friendly product
5. Why is it important to rethink our use of toilet paper? Support your response with evidence from the article.
. It is important to rethink our use of toilet paper in order to protect the environment. According to the article, 1 million trees are cut down annually in order to make toilet paper. It is hard to justify cutting down such a large number of trees for something that gets flushed down the toilet. More sustainable options may include using toilet paper made from recycled paper or using a bidet or a toilet seat with a built-in washing and drying device, both of which eliminate the need for toilet paper.
What material did the Ancient Greeks use for wiping?
Clay and stones
Corncobs
Leaves
Sponges
Clay and stones
Who began selling sheets made from plant fiber called "medicated paper"?
Clarence Scott
Joseph Gayetty
E. Irvin Scott
John Scott
Joseph Gayetty
When did the idea of toilet paper spread beyond China?
700 years ago
1850s
1890
1900s
1850s
What did the Scott brothers' brand proudly proclaim about their toilet paper?
It's the best in the world.
Gets the job done.
Most affordable.
Environmentally friendly.
Gets the job done.
What did Ancient Romans use for wiping?
Clay and stones
Corncobs
Sponges and salt water or vinegar
Leaves
Sponges and salt water or vinegar
How long did the Scott brothers avoid taking credit for their product?
About a year
About a decade
About a month
About a century
About a decade
What did Americans use The Old Farmer’s Almanac for in the 1800s?
To learn about cooking
To learn about gardening and the weather
To learn about history
To learn about science
To learn about gardening and the weather
What is a popular alternative to toilet paper in Japan?
Bidets
High-tech toilet seats with mini-showers and blow-dryers
Recycled paper
Cloth towels
High-tech toilet seats with mini-showers and blow-dryers
What is the environmental impact of using toilet paper?
It is completely sustainable
It causes deforestation
It has no impact
It improves air quality
It causes deforestation
What was a significant event that caused a toilet paper shortage in 2020?
A natural disaster
The Covid-19 pandemic
A manufacturing strike
A transportation issue
The Covid-19 pandemic