Paragraph Descriptive_TKA BING 2025

What is the main purpose of the paragraph?

• To explain how reefs are formed

• To persuade readers to fish sustainably

• To describe coral reefs and threats to them

• To compare reefs and forests

• To promote tourism in coastal areas

Which factor is not mentioned as a threat to coral reefs?

• Overfishing
  

• Tourism

• Pollution

• Climate Change

• Rising Temperatures

The phrase “rainforests of the sea” suggests that coral reefs are...

• Extremely rare
  
  

• Heavily polluted

• Highly diverse and complex

• Located near forests
  
  

• Dangerous to humans

Based on the text, coral bleaching is mainly caused by...

• Chemical waste from ships

• Rising sea temperatures
  
  

• Plastic waste
  
  

• Overfishing

• Noise pollution
  
  

The tone of the paragraph can best be described as...

• Optimistic and celebratory

• Objective and informative

• Humorous and playful
  
  

• Aggressive and emotional

• Indifferent and passive

What is the main problem discussed in the paragraph?

• Overpopulation of turtles
  
  

• Oil spills from ships
  
  

• Plastic waste in marine environments
  
  

• Coral reef destruction
  
  

• Lack of clean drinking water
  
  

Which of the following is a direct effect of plastic on sea turtles?

• Microplastic accumulation
  
  

• Deformation of shells
  
  

• Poisoned nesting grounds
  
  

• Mistaking plastic for food
  
  

• Being trapped in fishing nets
  
  

The word biodegradable most likely means...

• Expensive and reusable
  
  
  

• Easily broken down by nature

• 
  Derived from fossil fuels
  

• Made from plastic

• Harmful to bacteria

What can be inferred about microplastics?

• They can be completely removed by ocean filters
  
  
  

• They are harmless to fish

• They end up affecting humans

• They only pollute beaches

• They form in the air

What solution is not mentioned in the text?

• Ocean vacuum machines
  
  

• Beach cleanups
  
  

• Public education
  
  

• Banning single-use plastics
  
  

• Biodegradable alternatives