How to reduce plastic usage
  • 1. What is the most effective way to reduce plastic bag usage?
A) Bring reusable shopping bags
B) Double-bag items
C) Use thicker plastic bags
D) Request paper bags instead
  • 2. Instead of plastic water bottles, what should you use?
A) Disposable plastic cups
B) Single-use coffee cups
C) Bottled soda
D) Reusable water bottles
  • 3. Which type of food packaging is generally more eco-friendly than plastic?
A) Glass jars
B) Plastic clamshells
C) Plastic wrap
D) Styrofoam containers
  • 4. How can you reduce plastic use in your bathroom?
A) Buy travel-sized toiletries
B) Use disposable razors
C) Use bar soap instead of liquid soap
D) Buy products with excessive packaging
  • 5. What is a good alternative to plastic straws?
A) Individually wrapped plastic straws
B) Bendable plastic straws
C) Reusable metal or bamboo straws
D) Single-use plastic straws
  • 6. What can you do with plastic containers you already have?
A) Reuse them for storage
B) Bury them in the backyard
C) Burn them
D) Throw them away immediately
  • 7. What is a benefit of buying in bulk?
A) Increases product cost
B) Offers fewer product options
C) Reduces packaging waste
D) Requires more storage space
  • 8. Which is a good alternative to plastic food wrap?
A) Plastic cling film
B) Aluminum foil (single use)
C) Plastic storage bags
D) Beeswax wraps
  • 9. Where can you find plastic-free produce options?
A) Farmers markets
B) Gas stations
C) Vending machines
D) Convenience stores
  • 10. What is a sustainable way to pack lunches?
A) Buy pre-packaged lunch kits
B) Use plastic baggies
C) Use reusable containers
D) Wrap sandwiches in plastic wrap
  • 11. What is one way to avoid single-use plastic cutlery?
A) Carry your own reusable cutlery set
B) Use plastic cutlery at home
C) Request extra plastic cutlery
D) Always order takeout
  • 12. Which of these is a biodegradable packaging option?
A) PET plastic
B) Polystyrene
C) PVC
D) Mushroom packaging
  • 13. How can you reduce plastic packaging from online orders?
A) Ignore packaging options
B) Request extra bubble wrap
C) Choose companies with sustainable packaging
D) Order more frequently in smaller amounts
  • 14. Which of these is *not* a good way to reduce plastic use?
A) Reducing consumption
B) Relying solely on recycling
C) Reusing items
D) Refusing unnecessary plastic
  • 15. What should you do with plastic that cannot be avoided?
A) Litter it
B) Recycle it properly
C) Throw it in the garbage
D) Burn it
  • 16. A refill station allows you to:
A) Refill containers with products like soap or detergent
B) Dispose of old plastic containers
C) Buy pre-packaged single-use products
D) Buy new plastic containers
  • 17. What is a good alternative to plastic sponges?
A) Microfiber cloths
B) Natural loofah sponges
C) Plastic scrub brushes
D) Synthetic sponges
  • 18. Which is a more sustainable option for pet waste disposal?
A) Leaving it on the ground
B) Biodegradable pet waste bags
C) Regular plastic bags
D) Flushing it down the toilet (often harmful)
  • 19. How can you reduce plastic use when traveling?
A) Purchase water at the airport in plastic bottles
B) Buy travel-sized toiletries in plastic bottles
C) Use disposable hotel toiletries
D) Bring refillable travel-sized containers
  • 20. Which type of clothing contributes to microplastic pollution?
A) Cotton
B) Linen
C) Wool
D) Synthetic fabrics like polyester
  • 21. What can you do to reduce microplastic shedding from clothes?
A) Use a laundry bag designed to catch microplastics
B) Use hot water when washing clothes
C) Wash clothes more frequently
D) Dry clean all clothes
  • 22. What is a good alternative to plastic toothbrushes?
A) Plastic toothbrushes with replaceable heads
B) Disposable plastic toothbrushes
C) Bamboo toothbrushes
D) Electric toothbrushes with plastic heads
  • 23. Which of the following toys is likely to be the most eco-friendly?
A) Inflatable plastic toys
B) Battery-operated plastic toys
C) Wooden toys
D) Toys with lots of plastic packaging
  • 24. Which of the following is a type of plastic that is typically difficult to recycle?
A) PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)
B) PP (Polypropylene)
C) HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
D) PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
  • 25. What is a key aspect of the 'circular economy' that helps reduce plastic waste?
A) Promoting single-use plastic
B) Designing products for reuse and repair
C) Ignoring product end-of-life
D) Incinerating all waste
  • 26. What is a good alternative to plastic tape?
A) Paper tape
B) Packing tape
C) Electrical tape
D) Duct tape
  • 27. How can you reduce your use of plastic film in your kitchen?
A) Wrap leftovers in plastic wrap
B) Use aluminum foil for everything
C) Store food in reusable containers
D) Buy pre-portioned meals
  • 28. Which of these is an example of 'precycling'?
A) Choosing products with minimal packaging
B) Composting food waste
C) Sorting recyclables correctly
D) Repairing broken items
  • 29. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of reducing plastic usage?
A) Conserving resources
B) Increased cost of goods
C) Protecting wildlife
D) Reducing pollution
  • 30. What is the term for plastic that breaks down into very small pieces?
A) Bioplastics
B) Petroplastics
C) Macoplastics
D) Microplastics
Created with That Quiz — the math test generation site with resources for other subject areas.