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