Phrasal verbs Module 3

What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'give up'?

• To give a gift

• To continue trying harder

• To give a speech

• To stop doing something or to surrender, admit defeat.

Answer explanation

To stop doing something or to surrender, admit defeat.

Define the term 'ecosystem' in ecology.

• Community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.

• A collection of non-living elements in an environment

• A group of unrelated organisms in a confined space

• A single species living in isolation

Answer explanation

Define the term 'ecosystem' in ecology as a community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.

How does carbon footprint contribute to climate change?

• Carbon footprint reduces climate change by absorbing excess greenhouse gases

• Carbon footprint has no impact on climate change

• Carbon footprint contributes to climate change by reducing the Earth's temperature

• Carbon footprint contributes to climate change by increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, which leads to the trapping of heat and subsequent global warming.

Answer explanation

Carbon footprint contributes to climate change by increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, which leads to the trapping of heat and subsequent global warming.

Explain the concept of water footprint.

• Water footprint is the amount of water a person drinks in a day

• Water footprint is the footprint left by water on the ground

• Water footprint is the measurement of the weight of water used in a product

• Water footprint is the total volume of freshwater used directly or indirectly to produce goods and services.

Answer explanation

Water footprint is the total volume of freshwater used directly or indirectly to produce goods and services.

Identify the phrasal verb in the sentence: 'She put off studying until the last minute.'

• postpone out

• set aside

• delay up

• put off

Answer explanation

The correct phrasal verb in the sentence is 'put off,' which means to delay or postpone something. In this context, 'put off' is used to indicate delaying studying until the last minute.

What are some ways to reduce your carbon footprint?

• Using plastic bags instead of reusable bags

• Using public transportation, carpooling, biking or walking instead of driving, reducing energy consumption at home, recycling, and supporting renewable energy sources.

• Supporting companies with high carbon emissions

• Leaving lights on when not in use

Answer explanation

Using public transportation, carpooling, biking or walking instead of driving, reducing energy consumption at home, recycling, and supporting renewable energy sources are effective ways to reduce your carbon footprint.

What is the difference between grey water and black water in terms of water footprint?

• Grey water can be reused for non-potable purposes, reducing water footprint, while black water requires more treatment and disposal, increasing water footprint.

• Grey water requires less treatment and disposal compared to black water, decreasing water footprint.

• Grey water has a higher water footprint than black water.

• Black water can be reused for non-potable purposes, reducing water footprint.

Answer explanation

Grey water can be reused for non-potable purposes, reducing water footprint, while black water requires more treatment and disposal, increasing water footprint.

Give an example of a phrasal verb related to environmental conservation.

• pick up on

• cut down on

• throw away

• reduce off

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'cut down on' which is a phrasal verb related to reducing the amount of something, in this case, related to environmental conservation.

Why is it important to measure and reduce carbon footprint?

• To harm the environment and worsen public health

• To promote unsustainable practices and ignore climate impact

• To increase carbon footprint and accelerate climate change

• To mitigate climate change, minimize environmental impact, promote sustainability, and improve overall public health.

Answer explanation

To mitigate climate change, minimize environmental impact, promote sustainability, and improve overall public health.

Describe the impact of water footprint on freshwater resources.

• High water footprints lead to increased water quality in freshwater resources.

• High water footprints can strain freshwater resources, leading to overexploitation, aquifer depletion, and ecosystem degradation.

• Water footprints only affect saltwater resources.

• Low water footprints have no impact on freshwater resources.

Answer explanation

High water footprints can strain freshwater resources, leading to overexploitation, aquifer depletion, and ecosystem degradation.