In this activity for advanced learners, students read a college-level science essay that was awarded a spot in Best American Science and Nature Writing 2022. This article discusses micro and macroplastic pollution, the researchers behind the science, and the anthropocene as a concept. I personally find it incredibly memorable and through-provoking, and I hope your students do, too. This resource is a Google Form that includes 15+ multiple-choice questions, short answer responses, and photos a