Te 1.26 Listen to the second part of the
interview and choose the correct
answers.
1 Recycling is part of the two / three 'Rs'.
2 We usually use plastic bags once / twice
before we throw them away.
3 Each year 100,000 / 1 million marine
animals die because of plastic bags.
4. Most plastic bags are biodegradable/
non-biodegradable.
5 It can take up to 1,000 / 100 years for a
plastic bag to decompose.​

1. Recycling is part of the three 'Rs'.
- The three 'Rs' stand for Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Recycling is one of the three actions that we can take to reduce waste and protect the environment.

2. We usually use plastic bags once before we throw them away.
- Plastic bags are often used only once before they are thrown away. This is a common practice that contributes to the high amount of plastic waste in the environment.

3. Each year 1 million marine animals die because of plastic bags.
- Every year, approximately 1 million marine animals die as a result of plastic bags. These animals, such as turtles and seabirds, mistake the bags for food or get entangled in them, leading to severe injuries or death.

4. Most plastic bags are non-biodegradable.
- The correct answer is non-biodegradable. Most plastic bags are not capable of biodegrading, meaning they cannot break down naturally and disappear over time. This is one of the reasons why plastic waste remains a significant environmental issue.

5. It can take up to 100 years for a plastic bag to decompose.
- Plastic bags can take up to 100 years to decompose. This is a very long time compared to other materials, such as paper, which can decompose much faster. The slow decomposition of plastic bags contributes to their long-lasting environmental impact.

In summary, recycling is one of the three 'Rs' and helps reduce waste. Plastic bags are usually used only once and can harm marine animals. Most plastic bags are non-biodegradable and can take up to 100 years to decompose. It is essential to understand these facts to make informed decisions about the use and disposal of plastic bags.