Topic 33: Green movements
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Here are some suggestions that are all easy and simple to follow, and can make a big difference in reducing your carbon footprint and creating a (1)__________ community.
substantiate
substantive
substantial
sustainable
An eco-friendly reading space is likely to create a favorable impression (2)________ library users, and bring some significant educational benefits.
at
in
on
over
In addition, to (3)________ public awareness, allocate a clearly visible space on the noticeboard for everyday green tips like ‘Let others reuse your book’.
enhance
rise
raise
make
Remember that (4)__________ pool water may cause red eyes and itchy skin to some people if they spend much time in the pool.
chlorinated
chemical
pollutant
cozy
Finally, focus on the school gym, (5)_________ is perhaps the most interactive and exciting place for all school staff.
that
which
whom
whose
Much of the technology associated with green living (1) ____________ provide benefits to the environment but often at a much higher cost than their traditional counterparts.
does
did
has
is
For instance, the use of solar panels can potentially save you money on your energy bills, but they can (2) ______________ thousands of dollars to install.
spend
take
cost
charge
For (3) __________, the development of alternative fuels is an innovation in the green movement in an effort to reduce reliance on (4) ___________ natural resources.
goodness
sure
evidence
example
For (3) __________, the development of alternative fuels is an innovation in the green movement in an effort to reduce reliance on (4) ___________ natural resources.
advanced
alternative
nonstop
nonrenewable
One of these alternative fuels, E85, actually (5) ___________ more ozone into the atmosphere than traditional fuel.
reports
repeats
releases
returns
Adults are encouraged to exercise for a minimum of thirty minutes, five times a week, and the average person is (1) ____ to take 10,000 steps per day to maintain basic fitness, but it is a fact that few office workers manage to take more than 5,000.
recommended
suggested
proposed
approved
In these buildings, meeting rooms and car parks are placed a long way from office desks so that workers have to walk to (2) ____ them.
arrive
get
reach
come
In one building the cafe is located in the furthest section so that some workers have to walk as (3) ____ as half a kilometer to and from lunch.
well
far
soon
little
There is special emphasis on (4) ____ people to use stairs instead of lifts, and long staircases are broken into flights of no more than nine stairs, so that they don’t look so difficult to climb.
making
letting
persuading
bringing
(9) ____, the lifts are not easy to get access to, and in some buildings, they only stop at one floor in three.
On the other hand
Although
In spite of
So that
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
Achieving the meeting point.
Never forget the hard workers.
Evaluating the final results.
Reference to the developed countries.
According to paragraph 1, what is the common goal for big corporates in environmental movement?
Nomination as the most active pioneering company in the battle against pollution.
Overall balance between emissions produced and emissions taken out of the atmosphere.
Complete eradication of the electric pulse fishing practice as well as the use of electric nets.
The utilisation of total green machines and materials in the manufacturing process.
According to paragraph 2, what can be generalised about the role of businesses in the ecological movement?
It serves as one of the two secondary forces of the long-term environment battle.
It is a direct consequence from the previous generation’s green battle.
It is a pivotal and constructive element for the development of green movement.
It serves a conflicting role of an impetus and a root of the current environmental plight.
The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
money
target
concept
technology
The word “incentives” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
permissions
presents
acknowledgements
subsidies
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
The Green Movement: Science vs Spiritualism.
Science has finally triumphed over nature.
Reverence for nature and spiritual values.
Abandon the old way of thinking.
According to paragraph 3, what did Muir’s protest try to express?
A battle cry to mobilize the forces against any other proposals.
Warning against what happens when environmental concerns are ignored.
Singing praises to the construction of dams as a human way to conquer nature.
Nature should be enjoyed for its beauty, and not merely used for its resources.
The word “galvanized” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
mobilized
excited
powered
created
The word “its” in paragraph 3 refers to _______.
earlier conservation movement
green movement
command
extinction
According to paragraph 4, which statement generalizes the development of conservation movement?
Green movement still maintains its traditional approach.
We moved away from talk of spirituality to concentrate solely on a rational, scientific analysis.
Environmentalism has evolved to become a multifaceted movement.
The environment should now be used in a conscientious manner to benefit society.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
The green movement in the fashion world
The long-forgotten theme of the fashion industry.
Fashion and environment can never go hand in hand.
Going green is the new big thing.
The word “paradoxical” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
inconsistent
conflicting
confusing
zealous
According to paragraph 2, why is the green effort of fashion world so much of an irony?
No one has ever imagined the harmonious future of fashion and environment.
Fast fashion’s main features are premeditated waste and disposability.
It is predicted that the green trend can only remain as a niche market.
The concept of ethical fashion was once rejected by the industry.
The word “wispy” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.
fine
small
silvery
flamboyant
According to paragraph 4, what is the main focus of the current green fashion?
Attracting wider consumers through the promotion of self-concept.
The combination of aesthetics and sustainability.
Realistic strategy to deliver a positive message for the environment.
Raising global awareness of the environmental conservation.
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
The initial manifestation of the green fashion is relatively superficial.
Creating eco-conscious fashion does not take away anything from the beauty of the garments.
Not many fashion brands pay attention to the prospect of eco-friendly element.
The contradiction between green fashion’ s approach and motto is unreal.
The word “one” in paragraph 5 refers to _____.
economy
change
symbolism
environment
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
Skeptical voices have been proven wrong in terms of sustainable products.
The more fashionable a garment is, the more likely it will be out of fashion.
Environmentalism is moving into the clothing line.
Sustainable fashion isn’t a passing trend and the future is certainly looking greener.
What does the passage mainly discuss?
Digital economy’s environmental footprint.
The climate movement’s diversity problem.
Environmental movement in time of war.
Modern technology’s destructiveness.
The word “it” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
economy
society
attention
decade
According to paragraph 2, what is the overall concern for the bilateral relationship between technology and nature?
Coal is one of the world’s largest sources of electricity and a key contributor to climate change.
Rare earth elements which form the backbone of our modern digital technologies are depleting.
The excessive disposal of electronic devices due to human’s digitalised consumerism.
The misalignment between the workings of technological economy and environmental economy.
The word “byproduct” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.
heritage
backlash
externality
aftertaste
The word “linear” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
straightforward
evasive
plain
logical
According to paragraph 4, what direction should the global citizens follow to better the situation?
Gathering the world leaders to discuss about setting the world on a sustainable human trajectory.
Thinking differently about what we can collectively do for both the digital economy and the environment.
Doubling the annual income of 10 million people living below the poverty line worldwide.
Pondering over the possibilities of the human actually being the root of all pollution problems.
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
Developing and impoverished countries can offer viable solutions often ignored by the global discourse.
The world discharged a total amount of 99 million tonnes of greenhouse gases in 2018.
China is the leading country in terms of the volume of yearly generated carbon dioxide.
The digital employment of medium for financial transactions requires large amount of electricity.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
Human should take the environment into consideration, especially the unthinkable aspects.
The ecological consequences are incalculable for the current rate of natural resources utilisation.
Climate movement will force the youth to take off blindfolds of privilege and see the harsh reality.
A multitude of proposals previously ignored can be implemented for good of the green economy.
According to the author, the importance of green-spaces in the urban environment ________.
is still unknown
is usually neglected
is being closely studied
has been fully recognized
The underlined word “which” in the passage refers to ________.
way
inhabitants
spaces
subject
The theoretical separation of living, working, traffic and recreation has led to ________.
the disproportion of recreation facilities in the neighbourhood
the location of recreation facilities far from home
relatively little attention for recreative possibilities
the improvement of recreative possibilities in the neighbourhood
The underlined word “disproportionate“ in the passage probably means __________.
inconvenient
unbalanced
disaffected
uneasy
The author suggests that the recreative possibilities of green-space should be provided ____.
in special areas
in the suburbs
in the neighbourhood
in gardens and parks
According to the author, green-space facilities should be designed in such a way that _____.
more obligatory activities might take on a recreative aspect
more and more people might have access to them
an increasing number of recreative might be developed
recreative activities might be brought into our homes
The underlined word “spot” in the passage is closest in meaning to _________.
dirty mark
spotlight
small amount
particular place
The main idea of this passage is that _______.
better use of green-space facilities should be made to improve the quality of our life
attention must be directed to the improvement of recreative possibilities
the urban environment is providing more recreation activities than it did ears ago.
priority must be given to the development of obligatory activities
