Unit 8 - Lesson 3

A group of animals including cows, buffalo and goat are kept for their milk or meat.

Such animals are kinds of _____.

The city's pumping station helps _____ water from underground pipes during heavy storms.

Using _____ cups and plates is a convenient option for picnics, but it contributes to environmental pollution in the long run. 

We hope an era of peace and _____ cooperation has begun.

Some mushrooms are edible while others, which look almost identical, contain _____ poisons.

Listen to the audio and answer the questions with ONE word/number as you hear.

1. Earth Guardians began their environmental efforts in 6.1.

2. Every year, the planet loses about 10 million hectares of forests, an area comparable to the size of 6.2.

3. In 2021, Earth Guardians contributed to the planting of over 6.3 trees worldwide.

4. In 2021, Earth Guardians motivated thousands of students to establish 6.4 programs.

5. Methane, produced by 6.5, is 28 times more powerful than carbon dioxide in warming the Earth.

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

Deforestation and farming are two major environmental issues that have deadly consequences on our planet. Every year, about 10 million hectares of forests, roughly the size of Iceland, are destroyed, reports the Food and Agriculture Organization. This loss not only threatens many species with extinction but also contributes significantly to global warming. Trees naturally absorb carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, so cutting them down means more of this gas stays in our atmosphere. Farming, particularly livestock, adds to the problem by releasing methane, another potent greenhouse gas. Livestock farming produces approximately 14.5% of all greenhouse gas emissions and this highlights the scale of this issue.

Solutions to these problems are within reach and can have a significant positive impact. Reforestation, planting trees in deforested areas, can absorb up to 2.4 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. That can help make a big difference in our fight against global warming. Sustainable farming practices, such as crop rotation, organic farming, and reducing the reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, can reduce the environmental footprint of agriculture. Moreover, eating less meat and following plant-based diets can greatly decrease methane emissions from livestock, contributing to a healthier planet. With these solutions, we can lower the impact of deforestation and farming on our planet. Our survival and the health of future generations must commit to these changes now.

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, approximately how many hectares of forests are destroyed annually?

How do trees contribute to fighting global warming?

_____ of all greenhouse gas emissions is produced by livestock farming.

Which is not mentioned as a solution to the environmental issue?

Write a problem and solution essay about an environmental problem. Write about 150-180 words.