Exercise 1:

Protect Our Oceans, Start at the Beach!
Let's explore what we can do to protect our oceans whenever we visit the beach.
Facts and figures: Plastic pollution has affected marine life and ___(1)___ coastal ecosystems. Every year, we ___(2)___ eight million tonnes of plastic waste into the ocean. This threatens the lives of more than 700 marine species.
Positive action!
● Choose reusable bottles, bags, and containers instead of single-use plastic. This reduces the ___(3)___ of plastic waste ending up in the ocean.
● Don’t throw trash on the beach. ___(4)___, taking food in plastic wrappers, pack it in reusable containers. This helps keep beaches clean and safe for wildlife.
● Participate in beach clean-up events. You can ___(5)___ a significant difference by spending just a few hours collecting trash.
● Make sure to ___(6)___ your waste properly, and help others do the same.