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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction, This Book is Not a Tree.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What words best describe the environment that Michael grows up in?
(a) Communist.
(b) Philosophical.
(c) Scientific.
(d) Violent.

2. What is the difficulty with recycling heavily inked pages?
(a) The ink is easy to remove but damages the pages in the process.
(b) The ink is a common allergen.
(c) The ink is very hard to remove, even if water soluble.
(d) The ink is very toxic if ingested.

3. What does Bill finally realize about design?
(a) That it is the wrong career for him.
(b) That it is an impossible task.
(c) That it is more than trying to overcome bad things.
(d) That it is a poor business if you want to make money.

4. What is ecological chemistry?
(a) The study of toxic chemicals produced by animals.
(b) The use of chemicals that are dangerous to humans but good for the environment.
(c) The exploitation of natural chemicals in manufacturing.
(d) The development or use of chemicals that are safe for the environment.

5. What is the goal of Germany's Green Party?
(a) To make Germany a world super power.
(b) To change the outcome of bipartisan elections.
(c) To make decisions and policies that are environmentally friendly.
(d) To create a government that is pointed towards industry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the goal of Bill and Michael's new company?

2. Who should be responsible for creating products that support the Earth?

3. What do the authors claim is the key problem in recycling products?

4. Which statement is NOT an example of recycling as we know it?

5. When and where do Bill and Michael meet?

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