Why Our School Needs a Recycling Program!

Do you care about the environment? Do you want to make our school cleaner and greener? Do you
want to help protect animals and nature? If your answer is YES, then starting a recycling program at
our school is the perfect idea!

First of all, recycling helps reduce waste and keeps our planet clean. Every year, millions of plastic
bottles, paper, and cans end up in landfills or the ocean, harming animals and nature. By recycling,
we can turn old materials into new ones instead of throwing them away. Wouldnt it be amazing if our
school could help save the environment?

Moreover, a recycling program is beneficial for everyone. Students will learn about caring for the
planet, teachers will have a cleaner school environment, and parents will be proud of their childrens
efforts. Also, research shows that schools with recycling programs produce 30% less waste than
those without.

A recycling program is a fantastic way to make our school more responsible. Since students love
challenges, we can have recycling competitions! For example, the class that collects the most
recyclable materials can win prizes like eco-friendly stationery or a class party. This will encourage
everyone to participate and make a difference.

Another great idea is setting up special recycling bins in every classroom. For instance, we can have
different bins for paper, plastic, and cans, making it easier for students to sort waste. Consequently,
this will help keep our school tidy while teaching students responsibility.

A recycling program will also bring our school community together. Think about students, teachers,
and parents all working towards a common goal! Families can donate old books or toys, and the
school can organize clean-up days to collect recyclables. This will help students learn teamwork and
kindness.

Lets not forget that running a recycling program will teach students important life skills such as
organization, leadership, and responsibility. While managing the program, students can create
posters, give presentations, and even start a recycling club! Studies show that students involved in
environmental activities feel 25% more confident in their decision-making skills.

A recycling program will be fun, educational, and inspiring. Not only will it help the environment, but
it will also teach valuable lessons about caring for the planet. Moreover, students will have the
chance to be real-life heroes by protecting animals and nature. Did you know that recycling just one
aluminum can saves enough energy to power a television for three hours? Imagine the impact our
school could make!

We should also encourage local businesses to support our efforts. They can donate recycling bins
or offer discounts on eco-friendly products for students who participate. This means that our school
can build strong connections with the community while making a positive change.

So, what are we waiting for? Lets work together to start a recycling program at our school! The more
we support this project, the greater the impact we can have.

To sum up, a recycling program will help protect the planet, keep our school clean, and teach
students valuable skills. Not only will it be an amazing initiative, but it will also unite our school
community in a meaningful way. Get ready to make a difference and be part of something great!

Read the previous text carefully, then answer the following questions.

1. What is the genre of the text? ___________________________ (1)

2. Who might be the target audience? ___________________________ (1)

3. What is the purpose of the text? ___________________________ (1)

4. Look at lines (1:9)

a. Which technique does the writer use at the beginning of the text?
___________________________ (1)

b. Give an example of inclusive language. ___________________________ (1)

c. Find and copy an example of a subordinating conjunction. ___________________________ (1)

d. Mention two things that recycling helps us to do.

___________________________

___________________________ (2)

5. Look at lines (10:19)

a. Name a persuasive technique used in the lines with an example.

Technique: ___________________________ (1)

Example: ___________________________ (1)

b. Since students love challenges, we can have recycling competitions!

- Underline the main clause. ___________________________ (1)

c. Give an example of a comparative adjective. ___________________________ (1)

6. Look at lines (20:29)

a. How can we reward the students who recycle the most? ___________________________ (1)

b. Give an example of an imperative. ___________________________ (1)

c. Give a quotation that shows how a recycling program benefits both students and families.

___________________________ (1)

7. Look at lines (30:43)

a. Mention two skills that students can learn from organizing a recycling program.

___________________________

___________________________ (2)

b. Students become more engaged when they work in a team. Tick one.

True False

Support your answer with evidence from the text. ___________________________ (1)

c. Give an example of triplets. ___________________________ (1)

8. Look at lines (44:52)

a. What does the writer suggest to help students recycle more? ___________________________
(1)

b. In line 46, '...can take home their very own treasures!', which literary device is used? Tick one.

Simile Metaphor Personification

c. Look at line 49. What are the different purposes of the commas used?

- The first comma: ___________________________ (1)

- The second comma: ___________________________ (1)

d. 'Get ready to make a difference and be part of something great!'

Which technique is used in the previous sentence? Tick one.

Direct address Triplets Exaggeration (1)