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UN Plastics Treaty

That's News to Me

Low Int

Teens & Adults

Grades 9–12

In this lesson featuring content from The Associated Press, students read about the UN's resolution to address plastic pollution. This lesson includes vocabulary, comprehension questions, a photo, and a speaking task.

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Vocabulary
  • lifecycle
  • production
  • treaty
  • pollution
  • end up
  • ton
  • disposal
  • push for
  • design
Task Content
  • Warm-Up(Reference)
  • Vocabulary Preview A(Matching)
  • Vocabulary Preview B(Matching)
  • Reading(Reference)
  • Comprehension(True or False)
  • Discussion or Writing(Open-Ended Questions)
  • Personal Response(Speaking Task)