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Global issues Vocab

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The enormous cost of the new highway is a major h (a)   that we need to overcome.

2.

The cable car project presents a significant c (a)   for government.

3.

Housing shortage has always been a major c (a)   in many megacities in the world.

4.

Limiting global warming to 1.5°C is necessary to avoid c (a)   consequences and irreversible changes

5.

Which of the following is different in meaning from the others?

a)

exacerbate

b)

alleviate

c)

mitigate

d)

improve

6.

Which of the following is different in meaning from the others?

a)

exacerbate

b)

aggravate

c)

rectify

d)

hinder

7.

Which of the following does not collocate with "issue"?

a)

address

b)

discuss

c)

solve

d)

tackle

8.

Which of the following does not collocate with "problem"?

a)

handle

b)

talk

c)

present

d)

pose

9.

Scientists believe it is important to limit the rise in temperature to (a)   degrees Celsius as that would delay severe climate change consequences which could exacerbate hunger, conflict and drought worldwide.

10.

Which of the following is different from the others?

a)

consumption

b)

obesity

c)

homelessness

d)

pandemic

11.

Which of the following is NOT a result of globalization?

a)

increased international trade

b)

equality

c)

international travel

d)

decreased biodiversity

12.

One of the effects of globalization is that it p (a)   and increases interactions between different regions and populations around the globe.

13.

Which of the following is NOT a cause of global warming?

a)

consumerism

b)

oil drilling

c)

increased travel

d)

droughts