TE311019U1 - Eng

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The peregrine falcon, a predatory bird indigenous to North America, was once in danger of extinction. In the 1960’s, scientists discovered by products of the pesticide DDT in the birds’ eggs, which caused them to be too soft to survive.

The use of the pesticide had been banned in the United States, but the falcons were eating migratory birds from other places where DDT was still used. In order to increase the survival rate, scientist were raising the birds in laboratories and then releasing them into mountainous areas. This practice achieved only moderate success,

however, because many of the birds raised in captivity could not survive in the wild.

There is now, however, a new alternative to release in the wild. A falcon that has been given the name Scarlett chose to make her home on a ledge of the 33rd floor of a Baltimore, Maryland, office building rather than in the wild, and, to the surprise of the scientist, she has managed to live quite well in the city. Following this example, programs have been initiated that release birds like Scarlett into cities rather than into their natural wild habitat. These urban releases are becoming a common way to strengthen the species. Urban homes have several benefits for the birds that wild spot do not. First, there is an abundance of pigeon and small birds as food sources. The peregrine in the city is

also protected from its main predator, the great horned owl. Urban release programs have been very successful in reestablishing the peregrine falcons along the East Coast. Though they are still an endangered species, their numbers increased from about 60 nesting pairs in 1975 to about 700

pairs in 1992. In another decade the species may flourish again, this time without human help.

What is the topic of the text above?

• Peregrine falcon

• Scarlett falcon

• Falcon’s survival

• Birds

• Birds extinction

Text 1

The peregrine falcon, a predatory bird indigenous to North America, was once in danger of extinction. In the 1960’s, scientists discovered by products of the pesticide DDT in the birds’ eggs, which caused them to be too soft to survive.

The use of the pesticide had been banned in the United States, but the falcons were eating migratory birds from other places where DDT was still used. In order to increase the survival rate, scientist were raising the birds in laboratories and then releasing them into mountainous areas. This practice achieved only moderate success,

however, because many of the birds raised in captivity could not survive in the wild.

There is now, however, a new alternative to release in the wild. A falcon that has been given the name Scarlett chose to make her home on a ledge of the 33rd floor of a Baltimore, Maryland, office building rather than in the wild, and, to the surprise of the scientist, she has managed to live quite well in the city. Following this example, programs have been initiated that release birds like Scarlett into cities rather than into their natural wild habitat. These urban releases are becoming a common way to strengthen the species. Urban homes have several benefits for the birds that wild spot do not. First, there is an abundance of pigeon and small birds as food sources. The peregrine in the city is

also protected from its main predator, the great horned owl. Urban release programs have been very successful in reestablishing the peregrine falcons along the East Coast. Though they are still an endangered species, their numbers increased from about 60 nesting pairs in 1975 to about 700

pairs in 1992. In another decade the species may flourish again, this time without human help.

Which of the following is true according to text?

• Falcon’s nests are decreasing due to human’s help.

• Scarlett makes her home in Baltimore, on a ledge of the 23rd floor.

• The peregrine falcon contains pesticide DDT in United States.

• Falcons are the food source of pigeons.

• Scientist made a nest for peregrine falcon in laboratory.

Text 1

The peregrine falcon, a predatory bird indigenous to North America, was once in danger of extinction. In the 1960’s, scientists discovered by products of the pesticide DDT in the birds’ eggs, which caused them to be too soft to survive.

The use of the pesticide had been banned in the United States, but the falcons were eating migratory birds from other places where DDT was still used. In order to increase the survival rate, scientist were raising the birds in laboratories and then releasing them into mountainous areas. This practice achieved only moderate success,

however, because many of the birds raised in captivity could not survive in the wild.

There is now, however, a new alternative to release in the wild. A falcon that has been given the name Scarlett chose to make her home on a ledge of the 33rd floor of a Baltimore, Maryland, office building rather than in the wild, and, to the surprise of the scientist, she has managed to live quite well in the city. Following this example, programs have been initiated that release birds like Scarlett into cities rather than into their natural wild habitat. These urban releases are becoming a common way to strengthen the species. Urban homes have several benefits for the birds that wild spot do not. First, there is an abundance of pigeon and small birds as food sources. The peregrine in the city is

also protected from its main predator, the great horned owl. Urban release programs have been very successful in reestablishing the peregrine falcons along the East Coast. Though they are still an endangered species, their numbers increased from about 60 nesting pairs in 1975 to about 700

pairs in 1992. In another decade the species may flourish again, this time without human help.

The word “ledge” in “to make her home on a ledge of…” refers to…

• Window

• Wall

• Terrace

• Shelf

• Pane

Text 1

The peregrine falcon, a predatory bird indigenous to North America, was once in danger of extinction. In the 1960’s, scientists discovered by products of the pesticide DDT in the birds’ eggs, which caused them to be too soft to survive.

The use of the pesticide had been banned in the United States, but the falcons were eating migratory birds from other places where DDT was still used. In order to increase the survival rate, scientist were raising the birds in laboratories and then releasing them into mountainous areas. This practice achieved only moderate success,

however, because many of the birds raised in captivity could not survive in the wild.

There is now, however, a new alternative to release in the wild. A falcon that has been given the name Scarlett chose to make her home on a ledge of the 33rd floor of a Baltimore, Maryland, office building rather than in the wild, and, to the surprise of the scientist, she has managed to live quite well in the city. Following this example, programs have been initiated that release birds like Scarlett into cities rather than into their natural wild habitat. These urban releases are becoming a common way to strengthen the species. Urban homes have several benefits for the birds that wild spot do not. First, there is an abundance of pigeon and small birds as food sources. The peregrine in the city is

also protected from its main predator, the great horned owl. Urban release programs have been very successful in reestablishing the peregrine falcons along the East Coast. Though they are still an endangered species, their numbers increased from about 60 nesting pairs in 1975 to about 700

pairs in 1992. In another decade the species may flourish again, this time without human help.

The main purpose of the writer is to inform the readers about…

• The population falcon in the United States

• How peregrine survive in the wild habitat

• The life of Peregrine and Scarlett

• The effort of scientists to preserve falcon

• How human help animals in their wild life

Text 1

The peregrine falcon, a predatory bird indigenous to North America, was once in danger of extinction. In the 1960’s, scientists discovered by products of the pesticide DDT in the birds’ eggs, which caused them to be too soft to survive.

The use of the pesticide had been banned in the United States, but the falcons were eating migratory birds from other places where DDT was still used. In order to increase the survival rate, scientist were raising the birds in laboratories and then releasing them into mountainous areas. This practice achieved only moderate success,

however, because many of the birds raised in captivity could not survive in the wild.

There is now, however, a new alternative to release in the wild. A falcon that has been given the name Scarlett chose to make her home on a ledge of the 33rd floor of a Baltimore, Maryland, office building rather than in the wild, and, to the surprise of the scientist, she has managed to live quite well in the city. Following this example, programs have been initiated that release birds like Scarlett into cities rather than into their natural wild habitat. These urban releases are becoming a common way to strengthen the species. Urban homes have several benefits for the birds that wild spot do not. First, there is an abundance of pigeon and small birds as food sources. The peregrine in the city is

also protected from its main predator, the great horned owl. Urban release programs have been very successful in reestablishing the peregrine falcons along the East Coast. Though they are still an endangered species, their numbers increased from about 60 nesting pairs in 1975 to about 700

pairs in 1992. In another decade the species may flourish again, this time without human help.

Which of the following is not the food of falcon?

• Chick

• Pigeon

• Bat

• Rodent

• Seed

Text 2

Sequoyah was a young Cherokee Indian, son of a white trader and an Indian squaw. At an early age, he became fascinated by “the talking leaf,” an expression that he used to describe the white man’s written records. Although many believed this “talking leaf” to be a gift from the Great Spirit,

Seqouyah refused to accept that theory. Like other Indians of the period, he was illiterate, but his determination to remedy the situation led to the invention of a unique 86-character alphabet based on the sound patterns that he heard.

His family and friend thought him mad, but while recuperating from a hunting accident, he diligently and independently set out to create a form of communication for his own people as well as for other Indians. In 1821, after twelve years of work, he had successfully developed a written language that would enable thousands of Indians

to read and write. Sequoyah’s desire to preserve words and

events for later generations has caused him to be remembered among the important inventors. The giant redwood trees of California, called “sequoias” in his honor, will further imprint his name in history.

What is the most important reason that Sequoyah will be remembered?

• California redwoods were named in his honor

• He was illiterate

• He created a unique alphabet

• He recovered from his madness and helped mankind

• He recuperated from a hunting accident.

Text 2

Sequoyah was a young Cherokee Indian, son of a white trader and an Indian squaw. At an early age, he became fascinated by “the talking leaf,” an expression that he used to describe the white man’s written records. Although many believed this “talking leaf” to be a gift from the Great Spirit,

Seqouyah refused to accept that theory. Like other Indians of the period, he was illiterate, but his determination to remedy the situation led to the invention of a unique 86-character alphabet based on the sound patterns that he heard.

His family and friend thought him mad, but while recuperating from a hunting accident, he diligently and independently set out to create a form of communication for his own people as well as for other Indians. In 1821, after twelve years of work, he had successfully developed a written language that would enable thousands of Indians

to read and write. Sequoyah’s desire to preserve words and

events for later generations has caused him to be remembered among the important inventors. The giant redwood trees of California, called “sequoias” in his honor, will further imprint his name in history.

How would you describe Sequoyah?

• Determined

• Mad

• Backwards

• Meek

• Laborious

Text 2

Sequoyah was a young Cherokee Indian, son of a white trader and an Indian squaw. At an early age, he became fascinated by “the talking leaf,” an expression that he used to describe the white man’s written records. Although many believed this “talking leaf” to be a gift from the Great Spirit,

Seqouyah refused to accept that theory. Like other Indians of the period, he was illiterate, but his determination to remedy the situation led to the invention of a unique 86-character alphabet based on the sound patterns that he heard.

His family and friend thought him mad, but while recuperating from a hunting accident, he diligently and independently set out to create a form of communication for his own people as well as for other Indians. In 1821, after twelve years of work, he had successfully developed a written language that would enable thousands of Indians

to read and write. Sequoyah’s desire to preserve words and

events for later generations has caused him to be remembered among the important inventors. The giant redwood trees of California, called “sequoias” in his honor, will further imprint his name in history.

Which of the following is not true based on the text?

• Sequoyah developed a form of writing with help of the Cherokee tribe.

• Sequoyah was a very observant young man.

• Sequoyah spent twelve years developing his alphabet.

• Sequoyah was honored by having some trees named after him

• Sequoyah rejected to accept the theory of his ability.

Text 2

Sequoyah was a young Cherokee Indian, son of a white trader and an Indian squaw. At an early age, he became fascinated by “the talking leaf,” an expression that he used to describe the white man’s written records. Although many believed this “talking leaf” to be a gift from the Great Spirit,

Seqouyah refused to accept that theory. Like other Indians of the period, he was illiterate, but his determination to remedy the situation led to the invention of a unique 86-character alphabet based on the sound patterns that he heard.

His family and friend thought him mad, but while recuperating from a hunting accident, he diligently and independently set out to create a form of communication for his own people as well as for other Indians. In 1821, after twelve years of work, he had successfully developed a written language that would enable thousands of Indians

to read and write. Sequoyah’s desire to preserve words and

events for later generations has caused him to be remembered among the important inventors. The giant redwood trees of California, called “sequoias” in his honor, will further imprint his name in history.

The word illiterate can be best replaced by…

• Fierce

• Poor

• Unable to read or write

• Abandoned

• Unintelligent

Text 2

Sequoyah was a young Cherokee Indian, son of a white trader and an Indian squaw. At an early age, he became fascinated by “the talking leaf,” an expression that he used to describe the white man’s written records. Although many believed this “talking leaf” to be a gift from the Great Spirit,

Seqouyah refused to accept that theory. Like other Indians of the period, he was illiterate, but his determination to remedy the situation led to the invention of a unique 86-character alphabet based on the sound patterns that he heard.

His family and friend thought him mad, but while recuperating from a hunting accident, he diligently and independently set out to create a form of communication for his own people as well as for other Indians. In 1821, after twelve years of work, he had successfully developed a written language that would enable thousands of Indians

to read and write. Sequoyah’s desire to preserve words and

events for later generations has caused him to be remembered among the important inventors. The giant redwood trees of California, called “sequoias” in his honor, will further imprint his name in history.

What prompted Sequoyah to develop his alphabet?

• People were writing things about him that he couldn’t read.

• He wanted to become famous.

• After his hunting accident, he needed something to keep him busy.

• He wanted the history of his people preserved for future generations.

• He wanted to share his gift given by the Great Spirit.