UNIT 8: WILDLIFE CONSERVATION TEST 2 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1. A. survive B. gibbon C. illegal D. critical Question 2. A. coral B. monitor C. recover D. deforest Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions. Question 3. A. debris B. forest C. release D. species Question 4. A. recovery B. illegally C. captivity D. vulnerable Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5. Without immediate action, many species could go _______ within our lifetime. A. illegal B. extinct C. marine D. rare Question 6. They ________ the health and behaviour of the animals after their release. A. degrade B. recover C. survive D. monitor Question 7. The new ________ was designed to mimic the natural habitat of the apes. A. enclosure B. deforestation C. clearance D. threat Question 8. Efforts are underway to help the endangered species _______ their population numbers. A. rescue B. recover C. poach D. degrade Question 9. The sanctuary will _______ the rescued animals until they can be safely released back into the wild. A. hunt B. degrade C. house D. poach Question 10. The ______ serves as a crucial spawning ground for many marine species. A. forest clearance B. sign language C. habitat loss D. coral reef Question 11. The rescued animals were kept in a temporary _______ before being moved to the reserve. A. cage B. debris C. threat D. ape Question 12. Many _______ species are threatened by habitat loss and poaching. A. nursery B. captivity C. wildlife D. enclosure Question 13. Forest clearance is _______ issue facing us. A. the most urgent B. more urgent C. as urgent as D. more urgent than Question 14. Unless deforestation is halted, many gibbons ______. A. would disappear B. will disappear C. disappear D. had disappeared Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined bold word(s) in each of the following questions. Question 15. The illegal wildlife trade is one of the main reasons for the decline in primate populations here. A. allowable B. valid C. unlawful D. extinct Question 16. Wildlife conservation is important for the ecological balance of the planet. A. destruction B. enclosure C. deforestation D. protection Read the following notice and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. NOTICE: Missing Monkey from Zoo Central Zoo would like to inform residents: • A monkey (17) ______ its enclosure at 4 pm on March 13th and was last seen heading towards Ocean
Street. • Be cautious if you see the animal; it is dangerous but (18) _______. • If you capture it, call 1938223 immediately, and do not (19) _______ it until our rescue staff arrive. Your help in safely returning the monkey is greatly appreciated. Question 17. A. escaped B. poached C. reported D. discharged Question 18. A. accessible B. extinct C. vulnerable D. threatened Question 19. A. conserve B. release C. hunt D. monitor Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph for the following questions. Question 20. a) This process supports food production for various animals and humans. b) For example, bees pollinate plants, which helps in the reproduction of many crops. c) However, some argue that human intervention can replace natural roles. d) The role of a species in an ecosystem is crucial for maintaining balance. e) Nevertheless, each species contributes uniquely to its environment, ensuring diversity and resilience. f) Furthermore, predators like wolves keep prey populations in check, preventing overgrazing. g) Thus, protecting every species is essential for a healthy ecosystem. A. d-a-c-f-g-b-e B. c-a-g-f-e-f-b C. d-b-a-f-c-e-g D. f-d-a-b-g-c-e Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to choose the word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 21 to 25. Protecting the red-crown crane The red-crowned crane, (21) _______ is native to East Asia, is considered one of the most endangered crane species in the world. Moreover, the birds have faced many challenges in recent years. One of the biggest threats to their survival is (22) ________. As human populations continue to grow, the crane's habitats are being destroyed. Fortunately, conservation efforts are underway to protect this magnificent bird. Many organisations are working to preserve wetlands and other habitats that are essential for the species' (23) ______. Additionally, programmes are in efforts to protect the cranes from hunters and to stop the illegal trade in cranes and their body parts. The crane also serves as a(n) (24) ________ species, which means that changes in their populations can signal larger problems in the environment. (25) ______ it is important for us to take action to protect endangered species like the red- crowned crane. This can include supporting conservation efforts through donations or volunteering, as well as making changes in our own lives to reduce our impact on the environment. (Adapted from Global Success) Question 21. A. who B. that C. what D. which Question 22. A. big profit B. habitat loss C.sign language D. coral reef Question 23. A. captivity B. clearance C. survival D. nursery Question 24. A. initiative B. mammal C. deforestation D. indicator Question 25. A. Therefore B. However C. Nevertheless D. Moreover Read the following news items and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 26 to 30. Nike, one of the world's largest sportswear companies, has announced that it will no longer use kangaroo leather in the production of its shoes starting in 2023. This decision is a significant step towards wildlife protection, particularly in Australia, where millions of kangaroos are killed every year.
The use of kangaroo skin in athletic shoes has always caused a lot of anger among environmental groups due to the cruel practices involved in the commercial killing of kangaroos. Many have called for a ban on the use of kangaroo leather in products, and Nike's announcement is a step towards that goal. Nike will instead produce a new version of its popular football boots made from a new synthetic material that provides better performance. The company's decision to replace kangaroo leather with a synthetic material is also in line with the growing trend among luxury brands to ban it in their products. Other major brands such as Puma, Versace, and Prada have already taken similar steps. While Nike's decision has been widely applauded, there are concerns about the impact on the commercial kangaroo industry in Australia. Its supporters believe that banning the use of kangaroo leather in products would have negative economic impacts on the industry, despite the environmental benefits. The commercial killing of kangaroos is legal in Australia and kangaroo products are also considered by some to be a sustainable option, as their carbon footprint is believed to be a lot lower than that of cattle and sheep. Nike's decision to stop using kangaroo leather in its products is a positive step towards wildlife protection. However, it is also important to consider its impact on the commercial kangaroo industry and the need for sustainable and humane management of kangaroo populations. (Adapted from Global Success) Question 26. The word supporters in paragraph 4 is opposite in meaning to ______. A. advocates B. onlookers C. opponents D. environmentalists Question 27. According to the passage, Nike's decision brings all of the following benefits, EXCEЕРТ _____. A. increase in kangaroo population B. protecting the environment C. public approval D. keeping up with trends Question 28. The word it in paragraph 3 refers to ________. A. the company's decision B. kangaroo leather C. a synthetic material D. the growing trend Question 29. Which of the following is true according to the passage? A. If kangaroo meat is not consumed, its population will increase continuously. B. The use of synthetic materials for sports shoe products creates greater profits. C. The commercial killing of kangaroos has been illegal worldwide since 2023. D. Stopping using kangaroo leather as a material is beneficial to wildlife protection. Question 30. Which best serves as the title of the passage? A. Stop experimentation on animals B. Move towards artificial materials C. No more kangaroo skins! D. Live in harmony with other species Read the following advertisement/school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that bestfits each of the numbered blanks from 31 to 33. WANT TO BE A volunteer? If you are interested (31)…….. a volunteer work and want to get practical experience in teaching citizens how to use digital public services, we invite you to become a UNDP volunteer. Selection criteria: ● Over 18 years old; ● Experienced PC user; ● Experienced user of digital signature and digital services; ● Advanced user of mobile applications; ● Good oral skills; ● Availability of a computer with a video camera and audio system, (32)……..selected candidates will undergo online training on teaching citizens how to use digital public services and will work remotely (during the lockdown) and through “Government for Citizens” Public
Corporation’s regional branches (after the lockdown) in their regions. The duration of the volunteer practice is 6 months (June-November 2020). Workload – not less than 10 hours per week Language skills - Kazakh, Russian In order to participate in volunteer practice, please, send your CV, motivation letter and (33) letter from employers (for students from teachers) to e-mail:
[email protected] Applications are accepted from all regions of Kazakhstan until May 2, 2020. Question 31: A. in B. on C. at D. for Question 32: A. a B. an C. the D. (no article) Question 33: A. recommendation B. recommend C. recommended D. i recommendly Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question 34: a) Various cultural exchanges help visitors know more about our country. b) First, promoting its culture and get to know other cultures. c) Greater educational opportunities abroad are now open to Vietnamese students. d) Viet Nam has gained three main benefits since it joined different international organisations. e) Finally, increasing both local and international tours. f) Second, creating more educational opportunities for both Vietnamese and foreign students. g) Our country has become one of the most popular destinations for foreign tourists in the region. A. d – b – a – c – f – e – g B. d – b – f – e – a – c – g C. d – b – a – f – c – e – g D. d – a – b – c – f – e – g Read the following news items and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 35 to 40. According to a new report, living in a city makes it harder for people to concentrate. The research found that people who live in rural areas can focus better than people in urban areas. The study is conducted by Goldsmiths College, which is part of the University of London. Dr Karina Linnell, head researcher, and her team studied how two groups of people did the same "thinking tasks'. The team went to a remote part of Namibia, southwest Africa, to study the Himba tribe. Himba people live a very basic life in the desert, doing traditional farming. The team also studied members of the same tribe who had moved to the nearest town. Dr Linnell said the people who lived in the desert did much better on the tests than those in the town. Dr Linnell's research may change the way companies operate. In the future, workers may relocate from cities to live and work in the countryside. Linnell said there are too many things around us in the city that stop us from thinking about one thing for a long time. This means we do not work at our best. She asked: "What if, for example, companies realized certain tasks would be better carried out by employees based outside of the urban environment where their concentration ability is better?" The past century has seen billions of people move from the countryside to big cities. If Dr Linnell's research is true, this century might see many of those people return to the great outdoors. (Adapted from https://breakingnewsenglish.com) Question 35: According to paragraph 1, which of the following is NOT true about Goldsmiths College's research? A. It was conducted a long time ago. B. It was led by Dr Karina Linnell. C. It was from Goldsmiths College. D. The research team studied a tribe in Africa.
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