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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Why Being Less Bad is No Good.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What word best describes the authors' goal in design?
(a) Forceful.
(b) Positive.
(c) Useful.
(d) Efficient.

3. When can PVC, a commonly used plastic in children's playground equipment, be toxic?
(a) When consumed.
(b) When exposed to carbon dioxide.
(c) When frequently touched or rubbed on the skin.
(d) When heated to high temperatures.

4. What do the authors claim is the key problem in recycling products?
(a) More chemicals and energy must be used in recycling products than in creating new ones.
(b) The energy spent in recycling is always decreasing.
(c) More people prefer new products to recycled ones.
(d) The chemicals used in recycling are consumer-friendly.

5. What has been the result of more and more efficient factories?
(a) More production of recyclable products.
(b) Better product designs.
(c) More pleasant work environments for factory workers.
(d) More contamination in local areas.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which words best describe how people view nature during the Industrial Revolution?

2. What is the main goal of industry?

3. What health problems can be caused by high levels of contaminants in a normal household?

4. When and where do Bill and Michael meet?

5. What is the problem with recycling as we know it?

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