Advanced Speaking: Environment Vocabulary in English

The video tutorial by Anna from englishlikeanative.com covers over 30 advanced phrases related to environmental topics. It begins with an introduction to global warming and moves on to discuss air quality, oil spills, humanitarian aid, energy conservation, renewable energy, and environmentally friendly practices. The tutorial also covers carbon footprint, exhaust fumes, flash floods, drought, famine, fossil fuels, climate change, toxic waste, pollution, contamination, the natural world, poaching, loss of habitat, disasters, extinction, endangered species, future generations, and sustainability. Each section provides definitions and examples to enhance understanding.

What is the primary cause of global warming?

• Plastic waste

• Overfishing

• Carbon dioxide emissions

• Deforestation

What does the term 'oil spill' refer to?

• A type of renewable energy

• A method of conserving energy

• Waste oil deposited into the sea

• A natural disaster

How can individuals practice energy conservation at home?

• By using more plastic products

• By leaving lights on

• By turning off unused appliances

• By driving more frequently

Which of the following is a source of renewable energy?

• Nuclear power

• Natural gas

• Wind power

• Coal

What does 'carbon footprint' measure?

• The number of trees planted by a community

• The level of noise pollution in a city

• The amount of carbon dioxide emissions by activities

• The amount of water used by a person

What are exhaust fumes?

• Clean air from electric vehicles

• Water vapor from factories

• Toxic gases from vehicles

• Natural gas emissions

What is a flash flood?

• A prolonged period of no rain

• A sudden and severe flood

• A type of renewable energy

• A method of water conservation

What is a man-made disaster?

• A hurricane

• A flood caused by human actions

• An earthquake

• A volcanic eruption

What does it mean if a species is endangered?

• It is a common species found worldwide

• It is a newly discovered species

• It is in danger of becoming extinct

• It is thriving in its natural habitat

What is the goal of wildlife conservation?

• To protect animals and plants and their habitats

• To reduce renewable energy sources

• To increase pollution levels

• To promote fossil fuel usage