Reading Task 1

1. 1. What is the primary cause of the challenges faced by polar bears?

• a) Overhunting by humans

• b) Loss of sea ice due to climate change

• c) Pollution in the Arctic waters

• d) Competition with other predators

2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of the melting sea ice for polar bears?

• Limited access to food

• Disruption of migration patterns

• Increased opportunities for hunting

• Habitat loss

3. What do polar bears primarily hunt for food?

• Fish

• Seals

• Penguins

• Walruses

4. 4. Why have polar bears started venturing into human settlements more frequently?

• To escape predators

• To find shelter

• To scavenge for food

• To seek medical attention

5. What efforts are being made to help polar bears cope with the impacts of climate change?

• Building more zoos for polar bears

• Researching alternative food sources

• Increasing hunting quotas for seals

• Encouraging migration to warmer regions

6. What is one potential consequence of conflicts between polar bears and humans?

• Decreased tourism in the Arctic

• Loss of biodiversity

• Increased safety concerns

• Growth of polar bear populations

7. How are scientists trying to slow down the rate of global warming?

• By creating artificial sea ice

• By reducing greenhouse gas emissions

• By introducing more polar bears to the wild

• By relocating polar bears to colder regions

8. What is the overall tone of the passage?

• Optimistic

• Concerned

• Indifferent

• Joyful