Com: Unit 11-15

Which word is a synonym for "challenge"?

• Resolution

• Obstacle

• Remedy

• Reform

What is the primary cause of soil contamination?

• Overdevelopment of land

• Lack of recycling

• Air pollution

• Increased rainfall

Which of the following adjectives describes something unspoiled?

• Pristine

• Pervasive

• Chronic

• Deteriorated

What does the term sustainable most likely refer to?

• A. Something that can be improved quickly

• A method that causes minimal damage to the environment

• A process that leads to economic gain

• A solution to overpopulation

Which is an example of overdevelopment?

• Constructing high-rise apartments in urban areas

• Creating a nature reserve

• Dumping oil into the sea

• Excessive hunting of precious animals

What is the most significant environmental threat caused by industrial waste?

• Overpopulation

• Pesticides

• Contamination of soil and water

• Urban sprawl

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for "solution"?

• Remedy

• Setback

• Answer

• Key

What does "climate change" primarily result in?

• Reduced urbanization

• Increased species loss

• Improved soil quality

• Elimination of pollutants

Which term describes the loss of topsoil due to wind or water?

• Ecosystem

• Contamination

• Infrastructure

• Erosion

What is one way to reduce the impact of urbanization on the environment?

• Increasing industrial output

• Creating green spaces within cities

• Increase recycling efforts

• Expanding urban sprawl