English Literacy (21 Nov 2023)

1. The Arctic is experiencing some of the mildest climate change on Earth.

• TRUE

• FALSE

2. Average winter temperatures in the Arctic have risen at a slower rate compared to other areas in the past fifty years.

• TRUE

• FALSE

3. 3. Computer programs estimate a decrease in temperature of four to seven degrees Celsius during the next century.

• TRUE

• FALSE

4. 4. The report was prepared by a group of scientists after a four-year study.

• TRUE

• FALSE

5. Human activities are not responsible for increasing amounts of heat-trapping gases in the Earth's atmosphere.

• TRUE

• FALSE

6. The Arctic Council consists of the United States and six other countries with territory in the Arctic.

• TRUE

• FALSE

7. The report predicts that polar bears and some kinds of seals may disappear due to climate changes.

• TRUE

• FALSE

8. 8. The text mentions possible health risks to people as new kinds of wildlife move into the Arctic and animal diseases that can infect people may spread.

• TRUE

• FALSE

9. The report suggests that melting ice in the Arctic could cause sea levels to rise around the world.

• TRUE

• FALSE

10. The report mentions that rising temperatures in the Arctic could have some positive effects, such as increased exploration for oil and gas.

• TRUE

• FALSE