General questions/prompts:
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What do you think this graph shows us?
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What does this graph make you wonder?
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Does any part of this graph surprise you?
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How would you describe the relationship between the different variables involved?
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What title would you give this graph?
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Can you think of any further questions or future investigations? How would you go about getting the data you need for answers?
Specific questions/prompts:
Image 1: Graphic showing the longevity of various food items and electronics
How do you feel about the longevity of modern electronics?
How might the longevity of electronics affect the environment?
Do you think societies take advantage of the longevity of certain foods? How much do you think is thrown away
Image 2: Graph showing the food waste per capita by country, proportion by stage
'Retail' refers to stores; 'Out-of-home consumption' refers to restaurants, cafes, fast food; 'Household' refers to homes
Is there any pattern between wealth of a country and how much food people waste?
Compare the following two counties - What is the biggest difference between the two countries food wastage? What do you think is the reason for this specific difference?
Syria vs. Mongolia
Brazil vs. Thailand
Poland vs. Zimbabwe