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ENGLISH Grade 8 Unit-4
Passage:
Ethiopia, a land rich in biodiversity, is home to a diverse range of animal species. However, the habitats of these creatures are increasingly under threat due to human activities, deforestation, and climate change. To address this issue, the Ethiopian government has implemented various conservation initiatives aimed at preserving the country's unique wildlife.
One notable effort is the establishment of national parks and wildlife reserves. These protected areas serve as havens for endangered species such as the Ethiopian wolf, mountain nyala, and Walia ibex. Rigorous anti-poaching measures are enforced to safeguard these animals from illegal hunting and trafficking.
Furthermore, community-based conservation projects have been introduced, involving local communities in the protection and sustainable use of natural resources. Education programs emphasize the importance of coexisting with wildlife and highlight the economic benefits of responsible tourism.
Despite these efforts, challenges persist. Climate change poses a significant threat to the habitats of many species, leading to shifts in their distribution. Additionally, the growing human population puts pressure on land resources, leading to habitat fragmentation.
In conclusion, the conservation of Ethiopia's wildlife requires a holistic approach that combines governmental efforts, community involvement, and global awareness. Preserving the rich biodiversity not only contributes to the ecological balance but also ensures the survival of unique and irreplaceable species.
Choose the correct answer from the given alternative based on the above passage.
1.
In the passage, what does "biodiversity" refer to?
2.
What is the purpose of establishing national parks and wildlife reserves in Ethiopia?
3.
What does "rigorous" mean in the context of the passage?
4.
What is the primary focus of community-based conservation projects mentioned in the passage?
5.
According to the passage, what does "coexisting with wildlife" mean?
6.
why is the Ethiopian government implementing conservation initiatives?
7.
What part of speech is the word "increasingly" in the passage?
8.
in the sentence "Rigorous anti-poaching measures are enforced," what is the subject?
9.
Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
10.
What is the main purpose of the phrase "despite these efforts" in the passage?
11.
Identify the correct form of the verb in the sentence: "Climate change poses a significant threat to the habitats."
12.
What part of speech is the word "holistic" in the sentence "the conservation of Ethiopia's wildlife requires a holistic approach"?
13.
Choose the correct sentence:
14.
In the phrase "the economic benefits of responsible tourism," what does the word "responsible" modify?
15.
What is the antecedent of the pronoun "these" in the sentence "Despite these efforts, challenges persist"?
16.
What is the subject of the sentence "To address this issue, the Ethiopian government has implemented various conservation initiatives"?
17.
Identify the gerund in the sentence "Community-based conservation projects have been introduced."
18.
Choose the correct form of the verb: "Education programs __________ the importance of coexisting with wildlife."
19.
What is the purpose of the phrase "a land rich in biodiversity" in the passage?
20.
Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb "coexist"?
