Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
culture
punishment
solution
hunting
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
ecotour
local
practical
balance
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
We visited a traditional workshop to watch a skilled _____ carve beautiful wooden statues.
As a _____ traveller, you should respect the local culture and avoid littering at tourist attractions.
The company is trying to reduce plastic waste by using recycled _____ for all its new products.
It takes thousands of years for water dripping from a cave roof to form a beautiful _____.
If the local fishing community _____ sustainable fishing practices, the entire marine ecosystem in this bay would recover.
The minister said they _____ on new policies to better protect all endangered species living in the region then.
The year _____ world leaders signed the Paris Climate Agreement was a turning point for global environmental policy.
The fragile coral reefs along this beautiful coastline might _____ severely by rising sea temperatures.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. Hoa: I'm separating used paper, plastic, and glass into different bins for recycling.
b. Mai: That's a very good action! It helps reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills.
c. Mai: What are you doing with all those old newspapers and empty bottles, Hoa?
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. Leader: It means whatever we bring into the forest, we must take back out with us. Leave absolutely nothing behind.
b. Member: So, we have to pack up all our plastic wrappers and even food scraps?
c. Member: Before we start our trek, could you explain the "Leave No Trace" rule?
d. Leader: Yes. Even organic waste like fruit peels takes time to decompose and can disrupt the diet of wild animals.
e. Member: Understood. Let's make sure we leave the campsite exactly as pristine as we found it.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful text.
Hi Kevin,
a. However, using cloth napkins is quite nice and I feel good knowing I'm saving some trees from deforestation.
b. I've officially started the "paper-free week" challenge that you dared me to do.
c. Next week, I dare you to try the "no single-use plastic" challenge with me!
d. It's actually harder than I thought to avoid using regular paper towels in the kitchen.
e. Thanks for dropping off those reusable shopping bags, by the way; they are super handy.
See ya,
Rachel
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful text.
a. I did not expect the rescued animals to be so sick and weak when they arrived.
b. This experience has made me want to protect endangered species for the rest of my life.
c. Every day, I carefully prepared their food and cleaned their cages to keep them healthy.
d. Working at a pangolin rescue centre for a month completely changed the way I think about wildlife trafficking.
e. Watching a badly injured pangolin slowly get better and start eating again often made me cry with happiness.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful text.
a. These strict but necessary rules have allowed the damaged meadows to recover and grow back.
b. Park managers decided to greatly limit the number of private cars entering the valley each day.
c. Yosemite Valley was increasingly struggling with the serious environmental effects of millions of tourists.
d. They also required visitors to stay on marked trails to protect the local plants and flowers.
e. The park now offers a much more peaceful and nature-friendly experience for all visitors.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.
COPING WITH SEVERE FLOODING IN CENTRAL VIETNAM
In recent years, central Viet Nam severe flooding caused by heavy tropical storms. These unpredictable dangerous weather events often result in significant damage to homes and local infrastructure. When a storm approaches, the local government always advises residents to higher ground as quickly as possible. During these times, it is essential for people to an eye on the latest weather updates via radio or mobile phones. Many brave rescue teams work tirelessly to the difficult conditions and provide food to isolated families. The power of the water can change a landscape in hours, making recovery a long and difficult process. Despite these challenges, the community spirit remains strong as people help each other the aftermath of the disaster.
Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
In the burgeoning era of ecotourism, the line between appreciation and interference has become increasingly blurred. Travellers are often eager to document their experiences, frequently (1) _____. While the desire for a close-up encounter is understandable, experts emphasise that human presence can induce chronic stress in animals, disrupting their natural behaviours and reproductive cycles. (2) _____ responsible travellers maintain a respectful distance at all times.
Maintaining this boundary is not merely a matter of courtesy but of survival. When a wild animal becomes "habituated" to humans, it often loses its innate fear of predators or, conversely, begins to associate people with food. (3) _____. This behavioural shift is often the catalyst for tragic outcomes, where animals are "culled" after becoming perceived threats to public safety. (4) _____, conservationists are now advocating for stricter "no-contact" policies in national parks.
Ultimately, the integrity of the wilderness depends on our restraint. The degradation of these fragile ecosystems is frequently (5) _____. By prioritising the welfare of the creature over the perfect photograph, we ensure that these species continue to thrive in their natural habitats.
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (1).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (2).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (3).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (4).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (5).
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Introducing a foreign kind of fish into this lake could completely upset the natural ecosystem, causing many native species to die out.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The rapid melting of ice in the polar regions is a serious consequence of global warming. If the Earth keeps getting hotter, sea levels will continue to rise.
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
Tomorrow, I have to give a to my class on how to reduce energy consumption at home. (PRESENT)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
Conservation programmes aim to prevent the of wild animals caused by illegal hunting. (SUFFER)
Read the following passage then choose the best answer to each question below.
For decades, the Santa Cruz Island fox faced a silent threat that brought it to the edge of extinction. Measuring no larger than a house cat, this unique predator is found only on the Channel Islands off the coast of California. By the late 1990s, the population had plummeted by over 95%, leaving fewer than a hundred individuals in the wild. This dramatic decline was a textbook case of an ecosystem out of balance, triggered by human activity and the arrival of invasive species.
The crisis began when bald eagles, which originally inhabited the islands and ate fish, disappeared due to chemical pollution. This allowed golden eagles from the mainland to move into the empty territory. Unlike bald eagles, golden eagles hunted land mammals, making the small, daylight-active foxes easy prey. Simultaneously, escaped domestic pigs began to roam the island, providing a steady food source that kept the golden eagle population high.
To reverse this disaster, conservationists launched an ambitious integrated recovery plan. First, they relocated the golden eagles back to the mainland and reintroduced bald eagles to reclaim their territory. Next, they removed the feral pigs to eliminate the eagles' secondary food source. Finally, a captive breeding programme was established to safely increase fox numbers before releasing them back into the wild. Today, the population has rebounded to sustainable levels, proving that with precise scientific intervention, even a species on the brink of vanishing can be brought back to life.
According to paragraph 2, why did golden eagles move to the Channel Islands?
According to paragraph 2, what was the main problem caused by the arrival of the golden eagles?
The word "them" in paragraph 3 refers to _____.
Which of these was NOT part of the fox recovery plan?
The word "plummeted" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _____.
What can we understand about the bald eagles from the passage?
Why did conservationists decide to remove the pigs from the island?
Which of the following best explains the sentence below?
"This dramatic decline was a textbook case of an ecosystem out of balance [...]"
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
The tour guide said to me, "If I were you, I would buy local crafts to support the craftsmen."
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
I haven't joined an environmental campaign for three years.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
The national park introduced stricter rules for visitors. They planned to preserve the natural habitat of wild animals.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
The volunteers were collecting trash on the beach. Their team leader was talking to local fishermen at that time.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Tourists follow ecotourism guidelines carefully. They protect the natural environment better.