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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Waste Equals Food.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which product is an example of a monstrous hybrid, as the authors describe it?
(a) Hardcover books.
(b) Wood tables and chairs.
(c) Running shoes.
(d) Plastic Tupperware.

2. What does Michael chose for a professional career?
(a) Chemistry.
(b) Horticulture.
(c) Literature.
(d) Social work.

3. 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.

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

5. What technology could a roof top use to lessen energy needs?
(a) Water heaters.
(b) Gas generators.
(c) Diesel turbines.
(d) Solar collectors.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the owner of Ciba-Geigy encourage Michael to do?

2. What material is the book itself made of?

3. Which of the following statements best describes the authors' point of view?

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

5. What do the authors suggest we do about waste from sewage plants?

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