ENGLISH 11 - REVISION 3

ENGLISH 11 – REVISION 3: READING AND WRITING PARAGRAPH

1. Read the text carefully then choose the correct answers.

Since the world became industrialized, the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction has increased. Bengal tigers, for instance, which 'once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about 2,300. By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct.

What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material gain but in personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the problem of extinction. Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are valuable parts of the world's ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet.

Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animal reserves. They then charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and they often must also depend on world organizations for support. This money enables them to invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals. Another response to the increase in animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species. This has' had some effect, but by itself It will not prevent animals from being hunted and killed.

1. What is the main topic of the passage?

a. The Bengal tiger b. International boycotts

c. Endangered species d. Problems with industrialization

2. The word “poachers” used in line 7 could be best replaced by which of the followings?

a. Illegal hunters b. Enterprising researchers.

c. Concerned scientists d. Trained hunters

3. What is an act of cruelty according to the passage?

a. Having interest in material gain.

b. Hunting endangered animals.

c. Killing animals for personal satisfaction.

d. Causing the problem of extinction. .

4. Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage as a way to protect animals from extinction?

a. Introduce laws to prohibit the killing of endangered animals.

b. Establish wildlife reserves.

c. Refuse to buy animal products.

d. Raise money to invest in equipment and patrol.

5. Which of the following best describes the author's attitude?

a. Forgiving b. Surprised c. Vindictive d. Concerned

B.Read the passage carefully, then choose the correct answers.

The natural world is under violent assault from man.

The seas and rivers are being poisoned by radioactive wastes, by chemical discharges and by the dumping of dangerous toxins and raw sewage. The air we breathe is polluted by smoke and fumes from factories and motor vehicles; even the rain is poisoned.

It's little wonder forests and lakes are being destroyed and everywhere wildlife is disappearing. Yet the destruction continues.

Governments and industries throughout the world are intensifying their efforts to extract the earth's mineral riches and to plunder its living resources. The great rainforests and the frozen continents alike are seriously threatened. And this despite the warnings of the scientific community and the deep concern of millions of ordinary people.

Despite the fact, too, that we can create environmentally-clean industries, harness the power of the sun, wind and waves for our energy needs and manage the finite resources of the Earth in a way that will safeguard our future and protect all the rich variety of life forms which share this planet with us.

But there is still hope. The forces of destruction are being challenged across the globe - and at the spearhead of this challenge is Greenpeace.

Wherever the environment is in danger, Greenpeace has made a stand.

Its scientific presentations and peaceful direct actions at sea and on land have shocked governments and industri1es into an awareness that Greenpeace will not allow the natural world to be destroyed. Those actions, too, have won the admiration and support of millions.

Now you can strengthen the thin green line; you can make your voice heard in defence of the living world by joining Greenpeace today. Thank God someone's making waves.

1. Which of these statements is not made?

a. Drinking water is polluted. b. Radioactive waste poisons the sea.

c. Sewage isn't processed. d. Cars and factories poison the air.

2. The writer ___________.

a. is surprised that the rain is poisoned.

b. is unsured why the air is polluted.

c. wonders why the natural world is being destroyed.

d. understands why forests and lakes are being destroyed.

3. Rainforests are being destroyed because governments and industries ______.

a. are unaware of what they're doing wrong.

b. are rich and powerful.

c. choose to ignore criticism.

d. basically care about the environment.

4. The earth's resources __________

a. should only be for people b. can be made to last longer.

c. will last forever. d. belong to just humans and animals

5. Governments and industries ___________.

a. don't know what Greenpeace thinks.

b. are forced to understand the problems by Greenpeace.

c. can easily ignore Greenpeace.

d. misunderstand what Greenpeace thinks.

Write a paragraph:

1. Use the information given to write a description of BACH MA National Park

LOCATION	central of Vietnam near the city of Hue
TOTAL AREA	220 square km
ESTABLISHMENT	15/7/1991
SPECIAL FEATURES	include species endemic to both northern and southern Vietnam. The eastern part / the national park / a large system of salt-water lakes and lagoons offering spectacular scenic view.
ANIMALS & PLANTS	birds (333 species), amphibians (21 species), reptiles (31 species), fish (39 species), butterflies (256 species), beetles (178 species), and termites (28 species). 83 large mammal species from twenty-three families and nine orders.

2. Use the information given to write a description of Cat Tien national park: (1.5 point)

Location:	- 150 km north of Ho Chi Minh City - belong / 3 provinces of Dong Nai, Lam Dong and Binh Phuoc
Total area:	- 71.350ha
Special features:	- a typical jungle - the one-horn rhinoceros / found /strictly protected there
Animals and plants:	- species of birds: 351 - species of fish : 159 - species of mammals : 113 - species of reptiles : 109