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The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

What is the passage about?

• The habitats of birds

• The British barn owl

• The rare large white birds

• The most popular birds in the world

• The reasons why barn owls in Britain are decreasing

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

Where do the barn owls prefer to live?

• In burrows

• In farmlands

• In open areas

• In the thick woods

• In their prey habitats

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

What are the preys of the barn owls?

• Small mammals and birds

• Carnivore animals

• Sensitive victims

• Birds with beak

• Pellets

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

Which parts of barn owls are generally white?

• The upper parts

• Only the feathers

• The face and beak

• The eyes, beak, and claws

• The face, breast, and undersides

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

Where do barn owls nest?

• A hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building

• Peak of a tree or roofs of houses

• Burrows or basements

• Holes or burrows

• Parks or jungles

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

When do female barn owls lay their eggs?

• In the fourth month of the year

• In the early months of the year

• In the middle of the year

• Between April and July

• During winter

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

In approximately what age do the owlets leave the nests?

• A year

• Half a year

• Ten months

• Half a month

• Three and a half months

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

Referring to the facts in paragraph 4, if a female owl lays eggs in the least number, what is the percentage of the owlets which cannot survive?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

• 30%

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

Why is the number of barn owls in Britain decreasing?

• They are continuously hunted.

• They are the target victims of motorists.

• Chemicals cause them not to be able to lay eggs.

• . They become vulnerable preys of voles and other predators.

• They are fewer preys and chemicals influence their prolificacy.

The barn owl is one of the most popular birds in Britain but is now extremely rare. The bird favors open habitats such as grasslands, hedgerows, the edges of fields or woodlands, stubble fields, drainage ditches, and farmyards.

The barn owl is a carnivore and hunts for its favorite diet of small mammals and birds. It usually flies slowly back and forth, about three meters above the ground, using its large eyes and sensitive hearing to spot likely prey. If suitable perches, such as fence posts, are available, the bird may save energy by hunting from these. Once it has swooped silently down, a hooked beak tears into the victim. Food is often swallowed whole and the indigestible parts, such as the bones and fur, are regurgitated in the form of pellets.

When seen in flight, the general impression is of a large white bird. However, the upper parts are a beautiful golden buff color, delicately marked in varying shades of buff and grey. It is only the face, breast, and undersides that are mostly white.

After choosing a suitable hole in a tree or a ledge in an old building, the female barn owl lays between four and seven eggs in April each year. The owlets are fully developed after ten weeks and leave the nest after about fourteen weeks, by which time they must be able to survive alone. As many as one in four young barn owls die within a year for a variety of reasons.

The number of barn owls in Britain is decreasing. There are now fewer habitats where they can find mice, voles, and other prey. In some areas, owls have been affected by chemicals and cannot lay proper eggs. This means that they cannot breed and increase their numbers. In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The barn owl is one of nature's most graceful hunters. Many organizations in Britain, such as the Barn Owl Trust in the South West, are working towards

their conservation.

Question:

In addition, many birds have been killed accidentally as they fly across major roads and motorways. The word ‘accidentally’ means …

• unintentionally

• on purpose

• voluntarily

• by design

• on target