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What is identified as a primary cause of rubbish on the school playground?
What is identified as a primary cause of rubbish on the school playground?
What is suggested as a solution to reduce the rubbish on the playground?
What is suggested as a solution to reduce the rubbish on the playground?
What happens as a consequence of rubbish on the playground according to the content?
What happens as a consequence of rubbish on the playground according to the content?
What approach is suggested for encouraging students to dispose of their litter properly?
What approach is suggested for encouraging students to dispose of their litter properly?
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What is mentioned as a factor contributing to students throwing rubbish on the ground?
What is mentioned as a factor contributing to students throwing rubbish on the ground?
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What does the author suggest should happen when considerable rubbish is found on the playground?
What does the author suggest should happen when considerable rubbish is found on the playground?
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What does the author believe about the effect of increasing bin accessibility?
What does the author believe about the effect of increasing bin accessibility?
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Why do students avoid walking to bins according to the author?
Why do students avoid walking to bins according to the author?
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How might teachers recognize students who help clean up litter?
How might teachers recognize students who help clean up litter?
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What is the overarching theme presented regarding litter on the playground?
What is the overarching theme presented regarding litter on the playground?
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Study Notes
Litter on the School Playground
- The presence of litter on the school playground is a common concern among everyone associated with the school.
- A primary factor contributing to the litter issue is student negligence and laziness in disposing of waste properly.
- Students prioritize playtime over walking to a bin to dispose of their rubbish, leading to littering on the playground.
- The accumulation of trash interrupts valuable class time due to the need for cleanup.
- Proposes a controversial solution: if litter persists, time could be deducted from students' playtime to address the problem.
Bin Accessibility and Solutions
- There is a scarcity of accessible bins on the playground, exacerbating the litter problem.
- Increasing the number of visible bins could significantly reduce the amount of rubbish left behind by students.
- Encouraging responsible behavior through a reward system may enhance litter disposal practices:
- Teachers could offer stickers or tokens to students who dispose of waste correctly.
- Additional rewards for students who collect litter not belonging to them could promote a culture of cleanliness.
Conclusion
- Immediate action is necessary to reduce playground litter.
- Strategies include enhancing bin accessibility and implementing a rewards program for responsible waste management.
- Positive reinforcement may effectively encourage students to consider environmental responsibility while playing.
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Description
This quiz addresses the litter problem on school playgrounds and explores contributing factors such as student negligence. It discusses potential solutions, including increasing bin accessibility and implementing reward systems. Evaluate your understanding of the littering issues and the proposed strategies to maintain a cleaner playground.