Reading (Unit 5 Part 1)

​ UNIT 5

Reading Passage

Evergreen Forest

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​The Adventure of the Evergreen Forest

The Evergreen Forest is a beautiful, mysterious place. Every year, scientists and nature lovers visit it to explore and discover new species and study the life cycle of its plants and animals. But these visitors have noticed that some animal populations are shrinking, especially those struggling with climate change.

Multiple Select

1. What is the main purpose of the scientists visiting the forest?

• a) To plant new trees

• b) To observe the life cycle of plants and animals
  
  

• c) To encourage people to invest
  
  

• d) To start new industries
  
  

• e) To help animals survive

Multiple Choice

2. What problem is mentioned about certain animal populations?

• a) They are growing rapidly
  
  

• b) They are encouraged by tourists

• c) They are adapting well
  
  

• d) They are harmful to the forest
  
  

• e) They are declining
  
  

Multiple Choice

3. What is the primary reason some animals struggle in the forest?

• a) Changing climate
  
  

• b) Lack of food

• c) Financial activities

• d) Decline in plants

• e)Visitor interference

The forest is not only a home for animals and plants; it also shows how nature does well when people leave it alone. This natural growth and development are important for keeping different species alive. Environmental experts ask people to be careful and avoid upsetting the delicate balance in the forest.

Multiple Choice

4. What tendency does the Evergreen Forest demonstrate?

• a) To develop slowly
  

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  b) To thrive when left undisturbed
  

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  c) To require human interference

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  d) To decline without tourism

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  e) To attract financial investors

Multiple Choice

5. Which of the following best describes the forest’s growth?

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  a) Financially profitable
  

• b) Rapid and destructive
  

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  c) Slow and stagnant
  

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  d) Challenging to measure

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  e) Essential for biodiversity
  

Multiple Choice

6. What does the word “survival” refer to in the passage?

• a) Human interests in the forest

• b) Financial gains from tourism
  

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  c) The preservation of life forms
  

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  d) Changes in animal behavior
  

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  e) The cycle of plant growth

Recently, financial investors have taken an interest in the forest. They see a chance to build eco-friendly tourism that helps local communities while protecting nature. These investors must make smart judgments about where to invest to avoid harming the forest instead of helping it.

Multiple Choice

7. How do nature experts hope people will treat the forest?
   
   

• a) By developing it into a city
  

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  b) By avoiding any contact with it
  

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  c) By respecting its delicate balance
  

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  d) By moving animals into it
  

• e) By encouraging fishing activities

Multiple Choice

8. Why must investors make careful judgments?

• a) To ensure the local community profits
  

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  b) To prevent harming the forest
  

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  c) To develop more buildings

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  d) To control animal growth
  

• e) To sell forest products

Multiple Choice

9. What is the financial interest in the forest primarily focused on?

• a) Expanding cities into the area
  

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  b) Building roads through it
  

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  c) Destroying invasive plants
  

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  d) Increasing industrial production

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  e) Creating sustainable eco-tourism
  

The Evergreen Forest shows us why we need to balance human activity with nature’s needs. With careful planning, we can protect the forest and support sustainable growth for future generations.

Multiple Choice

10. What does the passage suggest about the future of the forest?

• a) It requires balanced management for growth
  

• b.) It will be transformed into a park
  

• c.) It will likely decline rapidly
  

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  d) It should be left entirely to animals
  

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  e) It cannot support any development