Shoreline Litter Pick — Full Week

Quick quiz

These ask about details you only notice by really doing the task. Get every one right to pass.

1. 1. A reusable bag only beats plastic bags if you…

   Use it onceUse it many times over a long periodChoose the thickest oneRecycle it after a week

2. 2. Why does litter on a street end up in rivers?

   Birds carry most of itStreet sweepers dump it thereRain washes it into storm drains that flow to waterwaysIt dissolves into groundwater

3. 3. Why rinse a container before recycling it?

   It makes the bin smell nicer onlyFood residue can spoil a whole batchIt isn't needed at allWet items recycle faster

4. 4. What should you NOT pick up with bare hands?

   Broken glass or needlesA paper cupA candy wrapperA plastic bottle

5. 5. While sorting recycling, which item most often contaminates the paper bin?

   A greasy pizza boxA clean cereal boxOffice paperA flattened shipping box

6. 6. While picking up litter, which item is the most common found worldwide?

   Car partsOld shoesGlass jarsCigarette butts

7. 7. Why should a dead battery never go in the regular trash?

   It can leak toxic metals or start fires in trucksIt's too heavy for the binBatteries recharge in landfillsIt's only a rule for car batteries