Recycling for cash a. reading oscar has a wife and four children

RECYCLING FOR CASH A. Reading Oscar has a wife and four children, so he always needs a little extra money. One way he makes extra money is by recycling the family’s cans, bottles, and other containers. He earns about eighteen dollars a month by recycling. It isn’t much money, but he’s happy to have the cash. Sometimes he uses the money to buy pizza for dinner. His wife is happy because she doesn’t have to cook dinner. His children are happy because they like pizza. Oscar’s dad taught him to be careful with his money. His mom taught him to protect the environment by recycling. B. True or False 1. ________ Oscar has five children. 2. ________ The recycling center pays cash. 3. ________ Oscar’s father taught him to be careful with money. 4. ________ Eighteen dollars is a lot of money. 5. ________ Recycling protects the environment. C. Yes or No – Share Your Opinion 1. ________ Oscar’s parents gave him good advice. 2. ________ Recycling is a lot of work for a little money. CRIMES AROUND TOWN A. Reading Frank was in a good mood when he woke up this morning. He showered, shaved, got dressed for work, and ate breakfast. When he opened his front door to go to work, he was surprised. His car was on concrete blocks and all four tires were missing. A neighbor saw his car and came out to talk to him. Frank asked his neighbor if he saw anything suspicious. The neighbor said no. Frank went back into the house and called the police. They sent an officer to take a report and investigate the crime. Frank’s neighbor gave him a ride to work. B. True or False 1. ________ Frank woke up happy. 2. ________ Police officers investigate crimes. 3. ________ All of the tires on the car were stolen. 4. ________ Frank’s neighbor is helpful. 5. ________ Frank took the day off from work. C. Yes or No – Share Your Opinion 1. ________ Does the city you live in have a lot of crime? 2. ________ You should report all crimes to the police.