The green revolution (sentence completion)

The loss of _________ can have __________ consequences for the ecosystem as it disrupts the delicate balance of organisms and leads to the decline of certain species, which can have cascading effects on the entire ecosystem.

• deforestation/ contaminated

• biodiversity/ devastating

• unprecedented/ taxing

• emissions/ pristine

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

_________ waste not only harms the environment but also poses a serious threat to human health. Improper ________ of hazardous materials makes water sources, soil, and air dirty, leading to pollution and various health issues.

• Contaminated / disposal

• Disposal / contaminated

• Devastation / disposal

• Emissions/ deforestation

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The increase in carbon ________ has led to ________ climate change effects such as rising global temperatures, melting ice caps, more frequent extreme weather events, and sea-level rise. These changes pose a significant threat to ecosystems and human societies.

• pervasive/ disposal

• ozone layer/ atmosphere

• vital/ feasible

• emissions/ unprecedented

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

_________ plays a significant role in the _________ process, as it destroys the habitats of many species and disrupts their natural feeding patterns. The loss of forests reduces biodiversity and negatively impacts the entire food chain.

• Food chain/ deforestation

• Climate change/ biodiversity

• Deforestation/ food chain

• food chain/ biodiversity

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

The protection of ________ habitats is ________ for preserving natural resources. These habitats are characterized by their untouched condition, rich biodiversity, and unique ecosystems. Preserving these areas ensures the survival of many species and helps maintain a healthy environment for future generations.

• pristine/ vital

• vital/ pristine

• unprecedented/ pristine

• vital/ contaminated

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The issue of pollution is _______ and requires __________ actions from both individuals and governments. Each person can contribute by reducing their personal waste, using sustainable transportation, and advocating for environmentally friendly practices. Governments can implement policies that encourage sustainable industries, promote renewable energy, and impose penalties for polluters.

• taxing/ futile

• pervasive/ feasible

• feasible/ futile

• pervasive/ taxing

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

It's important to understand that the environment and human well-being are ____________ . Environmental degradation can directly impact human health, access to clean water and food, and quality of life. On the other hand, human activities and their demands on resources can have a significant impact on the environment, causing habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change.

• completely futile

• food chain

• a pervasive problem

• inextricably linked

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4