Unit 9 - Đọc hiểu & Từ vựng: Protecting the environment

Read the text and answer the following questions.

Water pollution is a major environmental issue with far-reaching consequences for both the environment and human health. The primary causes of water pollution are human activities and climate change. As global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, extreme weather events such as floods and droughts are becoming more frequent, causing pollutants and runoff to enter our water sources. This, in turn, leads to severe consequences for aquatic habitats and wildlife. Moreover, melting ice caps due to climate change further contribute to water pollution, as pollutants that were once trapped in ice are now released into the water.

The effects of water pollution are significant, with an estimated 1.8 billion people worldwide at risk of contracting waterborne diseases due to contaminated water sources. Polluted water can also harm aquatic life, leading to a loss of biodiversity and habitats. 

Urgent action is necessary to prevent further damage to our aquatic habitats and protect the wildlife that depends on them. It is crucial that we all take responsibility for protecting our water sources and work towards a sustainable future.

What are the main causes of water pollution?

How do melting ice caps contribute to water pollution?

_____ people globally are in danger of contracting waterborne illnesses due to polluted water.

The word “extreme” in the text is closest in meaning to _____.

What is the main issue discussed in the text?

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_____ is the variety of different types of plant and animal life in a particular region.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

They must be prepared to accept the consequences of their actions.

Vietnam is said to be one of the worst affected by _____ weather conditions.

The grassland is an important ____ for many wild flowers.

Forest dwellers had always hunted the local _____ but their needs had been small.

Water pollution can have severe results for aquatic habitats and wildlife, and it is worsened by ________ due to climate change.

Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, are major contributors to _____ change.