Question

read the following original passage, the impact of plastic straws on ocean pollution and answer the questions. every day, over 500 million plastic straws are used in the united states alone. these seemingly insignificant items contribute to the growing problem of plastic pollution in our oceans. once discarded, plastic straws often end up in waterways, harming marine life and polluting ecosystems. according to the national oceanic and atmospheric administration (noaa), plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose, and in the meantime, it breaks into smaller particles that can be ingested by sea creatures. by switching to reusable straws or eliminating their use altogether, individuals can reduce their contribution to this environmental crisis. what is the main environmental issue addressed in the passage? a. deforestation b. plastic pollution c. air pollution d. water shortages what solution is suggested to reduce plastic straw pollution? a. using more plastic straws b. switching to reusable straws c. banning all plastic products d. replacing plastic with metal

Explanation:

The passage repeatedly mentions plastic straws contributing to ocean pollution, harming marine life and ecosystems. It also states that switching to reusable straws or eliminating their use can reduce this pollution.

Answer:

1. b. Plastic pollution
2. b. Switching to reusable straws