Plastic Paradise: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch - Kim Anderson | Biblioteka

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What inspired journalist Angela Sun to investigate the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

She was writing a book about ocean pollution.

She saw a news report about plastic pollution.

She was curious about a remote island affected by plastic debris.

She was conducting scientific research on marine life.

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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is located in:

The Atlantic Ocean

The Indian Ocean

The North Pacific Ocean

The Arctic Ocean

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What causes plastic debris to accumulate in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

Strong underwater volcanic activity

Ocean currents, particularly the North Pacific Gyre

Fishing boats intentionally dumping plastic waste

Oil spills trapping the plastic in one place

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What makes the Great Pacific Garbage Patch difficult to clean up?

It is constantly moving due to ocean currents.

Most plastic is too large to be removed easily.

International laws prevent ocean cleanup efforts.

The ocean floor is too deep to reach the plastic.

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What percentage of ocean plastic pollution comes from land-based sources?

About 10%

About 30%

About 80%

About 95%

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Which of the following is an example of reducing plastic waste?

Buying water bottles made of thicker plastic

Choosing products with minimal or no packaging

Recycling single-use plastics after use

Purchasing disposable plastic utensils in bulk

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How does buying concentrated products (e.g., orange juice, fabric softener) help reduce plastic waste?

It reduces the amount of plastic packaging needed.

It makes the products last longer.

It eliminates the need for recycling.

It lowers the cost of the products.

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Why are microplastics particularly dangerous in the environment?

They decompose quickly and release toxic gases.

They are invisible to the human eye, making cleanup impossible.

They absorb toxic chemicals and enter the food chain.

They make water appear cloudy, disrupting marine ecosystems.

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Which of the following everyday products is a major contributor to plastic pollution?

Reusable shopping bags

Plastic straws and cutlery

Glass beverage bottles

Metal containers

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What was found in the stomachs of many dead birds on Midway Atoll?

Shells and small stones

Plastic debris

Small fish and plankton

Sand and seaweed

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What happens when marine animals ingest plastic?

They digest it and gain nutrients.

The plastic passes through their system harmlessly.

It can block their digestive system and lead to starvation.

It makes them stronger against pollution.

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How do toxic chemicals enter the ocean ecosystem through plastic?

Plastic absorbs pollutants and releases them when consumed by wildlife.

Plastic decomposes and turns into natural ocean minerals.

Plastic dissolves into the water, making it acidic.

Plastic blocks sunlight, preventing harmful algae from growing.

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How can plastic pollution affect human health?

It has no effect on human health.

It can enter the food chain, exposing humans to harmful chemicals.

It improves the air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide.

It prevents overfishing by harming fish populations.

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What is a potential danger of mixing ammonia-based cleaners with bleach?

It creates a harmless soapy mixture.

It produces toxic chloramine gas, which is dangerous to breathe.

It neutralizes the chemicals and makes them ineffective.

It turns into a biodegradable cleaning solution.

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What toxic chemical is often absorbed by plastics in the ocean?

Chlorine

Mercury

Persistent organic pollutants (POPs)

Nitrogen dioxide

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Why is adding water to acid, such as muriatic (hydrochloric) acid, dangerous?

It makes the acid stronger.

It causes an explosive reaction that can splash acid.

It neutralizes the acid and makes it safe to dispose of.

It creates a cleaning solution that removes plastic waste.

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What effect does burning plastic waste have on the environment?

It eliminates the problem of plastic pollution.

It releases toxic gases and contributes to air pollution.

It creates a useful form of renewable energy.

It removes microplastics from the ecosystem.

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What is a major challenge in cleaning up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

The plastic is too large to remove.

The plastic is constantly moving with ocean currents.

There is not enough interest in solving the problem.

It is illegal to remove plastics from international waters.

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What can consumers do to help reduce plastic pollution?

Buy products with minimal or recyclable packaging.

Only purchase items made of glass and metal.

Stop using plastic entirely.

Dump their plastic waste in the ocean to be collected later.

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20. What is an alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics?

Lead-based plastics

Glass-infused plastic

Biodegradable plastics made from plant materials

Metal-infused plastic

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21. What is one of the key messages of Plastic Paradise?

Plastic pollution is only a problem for marine life.

Recycling is the only solution to plastic waste.

Individuals and industries must take responsibility for plastic waste.

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch will disappear naturally over time.

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22. Which of the following is not a benefit of recycling plastic?

It reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and oceans.

It eliminates all plastic pollution.

It conserves natural resources and reduces energy consumption.

It decreases demand for new plastic production.

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23. Based on what you learned from the documentary, what changes can individuals make in their daily lives to reduce plastic waste and prevent toxic chemical exposure?