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