Unit 8 - Năng lực giao tiếp: Activitites for conserving wildlife

Listen to a speech about the Saola and complete the summary. Write only ONE word or number as you hear in each gap.

The Saola

Nickname: Asian 1.1

Facts and Figures:

• Discovery: 1992
• Location: Only in Vietnam and Laos
• Population: Estimated fewer than 50 in the wild
• Captured Alive: Around 1.2 
• Most Recent Capture: 2010 (in Laos); the Saola died a 1.3 later
• Last Sighting: 2013 (in 1.4 Vietnam); first photo in over 15 years

Major Threats

• Habitat 1.5 (clearing for agriculture, logging, infrastructure projects)
• Snaring (accidental capture in traps set by 1.6 for illegal wildlife trade)
• Small population size (inbreeding, health problems, difficulties finding 1.7)

Conservation Efforts    

• Two nature reserves established in Vietnam in 1.8 and 2011

Danny: "Hey,_____ You look a little pale."

Elsa: "I'm not, actually. I think I might be coming down with something."

Leo: "_____ You've been quiet all morning."

Becky: "I'm just stressed about an upcoming exam. I don't feel prepared at all."

Tracy: "I read about the deforestation happening in our national park. It's so upsetting. _____"

Ben: "Absolutely! You could join and donate to local conservation groups or spread awareness on social media."

Complete the text, using the words given.

Conservation efforts are important for protecting endangered species and their habitats. For example, the Sumatran tiger, a large 5.1 found in Indonesia, is at risk of becoming 5.2. Habitat destruction from logging and palm oil plantations is causing their forests to 5.3. To help these tigers 5.4, conservationists are working to 5.5 their natural habitat and create protected areas where they can live safely.

Similarly, efforts are being made to protect the 5.6 grounds of sea turtles, which are essential for their survival. These beaches, where turtles lay their eggs, are often threatened by human activity and 5.7. Conservation projects are working to establish marine nurseries where turtle hatchlings can develop safely before launching the ocean.

5.8 species like the Bornean orangutan also face threats. They require safe space within their forests to raise their young. Efforts are being made to reforest degraded areas and protect these spaces to ensure that orangutans have a secure environment for their babies.

The Javan rhinoceros is one of the most endangered animals in Vietnam. The Environmental Conservation Department is holding a writing competition to raise people's awareness about conserving rhinoceros.

Write a report (180-200 words) describing the threats facing the rhinoceros and recommending possible solutions.