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