Englisch 8. Klasse — Baden-Württemberg — Sekundarstufe I (Werkreal-, Real-, Gemeinschaftsschule)

Aufgabe

Englisch — Reading Comprehension: Plastic Pollution
Niveau: E (erweitert)
Klassenarbeit — 8. Klasse

Gesamtpunktzahl: 40 Punkte
Erlaubte Hilfsmittel: Bleistift, kein Wörterbuch

Read the text carefully before answering the questions.

Plastic Pollution in Our Oceans

Every year, large amounts of plastic waste end up in rivers and oceans. Unlike paper or food, plastic does not break down quickly. A plastic bottle, for example, can remain in the sea for hundreds of years. Over time, sunlight and waves break larger pieces of plastic into tiny fragments called microplastics. These microplastics are so small that fish and other sea creatures often swallow them by accident. Scientists are still studying exactly how this affects marine animals and the food chain, but many experts agree that reducing plastic waste is important for ocean life.

There are simple ways that people can help. Using a reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic ones, bringing your own shopping bag, and recycling correctly are all small steps that make a difference. If more people made these small changes, less plastic would end up in the ocean every year.

AUFGABE 1 — Multiple Choice [12 Punkte]

Kreise die richtige Antwort ein.

1. What happens to plastic in the ocean over time?
a) It disappears completely after a few weeks.
b) Sunlight and waves break it into microplastics.
c) It turns into food for fish.
d) It sinks and causes no further problems.

2. Why are microplastics a problem for sea creatures?
a) They make the water a different color.
b) Fish and other animals can accidentally swallow them.
c) They make the ocean warmer.
d) They are too big to move in water.

3. According to the text, what do scientists agree on?
a) Plastic has no effect on marine animals.
b) Reducing plastic waste is important for ocean life.
c) Microplastics help fish grow faster.
d) Only paper waste harms the ocean.

4. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a way to help?
a) Using a reusable water bottle.
b) Bringing your own shopping bag.
c) Recycling correctly.
d) Stopping all ocean fishing.

AUFGABE 2 — Open Questions [12 Punkte]

Answer in complete English sentences.

a) In your own words, explain what a microplastic is.
b) Why does the text say a plastic bottle can stay in the sea "for hundreds of years"?
c) Name two things a person can do to help reduce plastic pollution.
d) Do you think small individual actions, like using a reusable bottle, can really make a difference? Give one reason for your opinion.

AUFGABE 3 — Vocabulary in Context [6 Punkte]

Find a word or short phrase in the text with the same meaning.

1. "very small pieces" → __________
2. "a bottle that can be used again instead of being thrown away" → __________
3. "people who study science" → __________

AUFGABE 4 — Written Response [10 Punkte]

Write a short paragraph (at least 5 sentences) giving your opinion on whether your school should organize a "no single-use plastic" day. Use at least three sentences that give supporting reasons.