Energy Savers
Why is it better to switch off your TV completely instead of leaving it on standby?
Standby still uses electricity.
What simple action can save a lot of water while brushing your teeth?
Turn off the tap.
What can you use instead of taking a new plastic bag at the shop?
Your old shopping bag.
Before throwing something away, what should you think about?
If it can be reused, recycled, or donated.
What is the main topic of the article?
How small changes in daily habits can help the environment.
What should you do after your mobile phone is fully charged, and why?
Disconnect the charger to avoid wasting energy.
How many litres of water can one dripping tap waste each day?
Three or more litres.
How does reusing shopping bags save you money?
You don’t need to buy new bags.
Who might use an old mobile phone if you donate it to charity?
Someone who needs it.
According to the article, what uses electricity even when it looks “off”?
Gadgets on standby.
Which uses more energy: making new plastic bags or reusing old ones?
Making new plastic bags.
If you leave the tap running for 2 minutes, what are you wasting?
Clean water.
What extra harm does plastic waste cause apart from polluting?
It uses lots of energy to make
Name two types of electronics mentioned that people might throw away.
Mobile phone, computer (MP3 player also possible).
What should you do with your tap while brushing your teeth?
Turn it off until you need to rinse.
Name two types of gadgets people often leave on standby.
DVD player and computer (TV also possible).
What two things should you do to save water when brushing your teeth?
Turn the tap off and only use water to rinse.
If you forget your bag, what will the shop probably give you?
A new plastic bag.
Why shouldn’t old electronics just go in the bin?
They can still be useful to others.
What is one reason the article gives for reusing bags?
It saves energy and reduces waste.
Why is plastic waste especially dangerous for the environment?
It harms nature and takes a long time to break down.
Why is saving water important for the environment?
It protects water resources and reduces waste.
Why will the environment “suffer more” if people keep throwing away plastic?
It increases pollution and plastic waste.
What is one benefit of donating items instead of throwing them away?
Reduces waste and helps people in need.
What is one way the article says you can help people and the planet at the same time?
Donate old electronics to charity.