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What is the main material discussed in the text?
Rubber
Wood
Glass
Plastic
Who created the first plastic called Parkesine?
John Wesley Hyatt
A French company
Alexander Parks
Leo Baekeland
In which year was Bakelite invented?
1907
1862
1870
1891
What was a problem with rayon clothes?
They were too heavy
They were too expensive
They became smaller when washed.
They were not beautiful
Which plastic material is used for food packaging because you can see through it?
Nylon
Polystyrene
PVC
Cellophane
What was vinyl particularly important for?
Music records
Kitchen floors
Hospital equipment
Clothing
Which material did people use more often before plastic became common?
Paper
Metal
Cotton
Glass
Why is plastic good for food packaging?
It makes food taste better
It keeps food clean and dry
It's heavy
It's expensive
What is polystyrene known for?
Its weight
Its strength
Its flexibility
Its color
Which plastic material is used in kitchens and doesn't start fires?
Polyester
Teflon
PET
Polythene
What advantage does plastic have over glass?
It's more expensive
It doesn't break easily
It's natural
It's heavier
Why is plastic important in hospitals?
It's heavy
It's expensive
It's colorful
It can be kept clean and dry
What do we use PET plastic for?
Making drink bottles
Making toys
Making clothes
Making furniture
How has plastic changed shopping habits?
Food lasts longer
Food costs more
People need more money
People shop more often
What benefit does plastic provide in transportation?
It costs more
It makes vehicles heavier
It uses more energy
It makes vehicles lighter
What did people use before plastic was invented?
Things from nature
Only glass
Only synthetic materials
Only metal
