Passages
Passage 1
One great way to help the environment is to wash and re-use Ziploc bags. There is no reason to throw a Ziploc bag in the garbage simply because you’ve used it once. Instead, try washing it out with a little soap and water. Then, the next time you pack a sack lunch, re-use the bag. Once you get in the habit of doing this, you won’t have to spend so much money on Ziploc bags. Best of all, you won’t be adding excess plastic materials to our landfills.
Passage 2
Reusing Ziploc bags will save you very little money. The bags are also very difficult to clean effectively. Often times, bacteria remain inside the bag, making it unhealthy to reuse. It is better to throw these bags away to ensure that your food is always bacteria-free.
1
How do the authors' attitudes toward reusing Ziploc bags differ?
A
The author of passage 1 supports reusing Ziploc bags; the author of passage 2 is opposed to reusing Ziploc bags.
B
The author of passage 1 is curious about reusing Ziploc bags; the author of passage 2 is embarrassed by reusing Ziploc bags.
C
The author of passage 1 is skeptical about reusing Ziploc bags; the author of passage 2 is confident about reusing Ziploc bags.
D
The author of passage 1 cares about reusing Ziploc bags; the author of passage 2 is indifferent about reusing Ziploc bags.
1 answer
The correct answer is:
A. The author of passage 1 supports reusing Ziploc bags; the author of passage 2 is opposed to reusing Ziploc bags.
Passage 1 advocates for the practice of washing and reusing Ziploc bags, highlighting the environmental benefits and cost savings. In contrast, Passage 2 argues against reusing them, citing concerns about effectiveness in cleaning and health risks due to bacteria.
