Listening - The Zero Waste Challenge

Listen to the audio and complete the activities below.

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Leo: Hey, Maya! Are we still having our picnic in the park for World Environment Day on Sunday?

Maya: Yes, absolutely! But I want us to try a challenge. Let's make it a zero-waste picnic.

Leo: A zero-waste picnic? Does that mean we can't bring any packaged food?

Maya: Exactly. No plastic wrappers, no disposable cups, and no paper plates.

Leo: Okay, that sounds fun, but a bit difficult. How will we bring the sandwiches?

Maya: We can put them in reusable glass containers. And instead of buying plastic bottles of juice, I will make lemonade at home and bring it in a large thermos.

Leo: Great idea. I can bring my metal straws and some real metal forks from my kitchen.

Maya: Perfect. Oh, and don't forget to bring a cloth napkin instead of paper towels.

Leo: Got it! If we do this right, we won't leave any trash behind at the park.

Maya: That's the goal! It's a small step, but it shows we care about the planet.

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: Comprehension

Choose the correct answer.

1. What kind of challenge does Maya suggest for the picnic?

a) A vegan food challenge

b) A zero-waste challenge

c) A physical fitness challenge

2. What will Maya use to bring the lemonade?

a) Plastic bottles

b) Paper cups

c) A large thermos

3. What does Leo promise to bring from his kitchen?

a) Paper plates and napkins

b) Metal straws and metal forks

c) Glass containers for sandwiches

Activity 2: Vocabulary Fill in the Blanks

Drag and drop the words from the box to complete the sentences.

disposable

thermos

reusable

trash

1. Please don't buy plates for the party; they are bad for the environment.

2. She always keeps her hot coffee in a so it stays warm.

3. I bought a water bottle so I don't have to buy plastic ones every day.

4. Make sure you pick up your before you leave the beach.