Question

junior high school level
for item 9
local authorities discovered that in two years, the citys designated dumpsite will be filled with garbage. some city programs, such as the distribution of packed food and bottled water, have contributed to large amounts of waste. the authorities aim to address this issue sustainably and reduce waste production.

1. what strategy should the local authorities prioritize to effectively address the growing waste problem and promote sustainable practices?

(a) pass a city ordinance to limit and regulate the use of plastics and styrofoam.
(b) enforce penalties on those using excessive plastics and styrofoam in packaging.
(c) launch a “clean and green” awareness campaign to educate citizens on reducing waste.
(d) identify and prepare a new dumpsite location to accommodate the future waste overflow.
for item 10
many students at maligaya high school own digital devices like tvs, laptops, and smartphones. however, the teacher observed that most of them fail to submit their performance tasks despite frequently engaging on social media. parents want to support their childrens academic success while helping them manage their digital device usage responsibly.

1. what strategy should parents prioritize to promote balanced digital device use and improve study habits among students?

(a) track their childrens social media activity to monitor screen time.
(b) temporarily disconnect the home internet to minimize distractions.
(c) confiscate all digital devices until the students improve their study habits.
(d) work with their children to establish a schedule that balances study and screen time.
for item 11
coconut trees are abundant in barangay masigla, where the school is located. to reduce the use of plastic cups and straws, the principal initiated a project to make reusable cups from coconut shells. he is now considering additional ways to further reduce waste and promote sustainability within the school.

1. what alternative strategy could the principal implement to support his goal of reducing plastic use in the school?

(a) ask students to bring their own trash bags to collect waste.
(b) encourage students to bring their own reusable mugs for drinking.
(c) establish a student task force to manage waste and promote sustainability practices
(d) collaborate with barangay officials to organize a community - wide plastic collection drive.

Explanation:

• For item 9: A city ordinance to limit and regulate plastics and styrofoam usage directly targets the source of waste from city - related programs, addressing the root cause of the growing waste problem.
• For item 10: Working with children to establish a schedule balances study and screen time, promoting responsible digital device use without overly restrictive measures.
• For item 11: Encouraging students to bring their own reusable mugs directly reduces the need for plastic cups in the school setting.

Answer:

1. A. Pass a city ordinance to limit and regulate the use of plastics and styrofoam.
2. D. Work with their children to establish a schedule that balances study and screen time.
3. B. Encourage students to bring their own reusable mugs for drinking.