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ENGLISH Grade 8 Unit-5
Passage:
Livestock farming in Ethiopia plays a crucial role in the country's economy and the livelihoods of many communities. The diverse geography of Ethiopia allows for various types of livestock, including cattle, goats, sheep, and poultry. Farmers rely on these animals not only for meat but also for milk, leather, and other by-products.
In the highlands, where the climate is cooler, farmers predominantly rear sheep and goats. These animals are well adapted to the altitude and provide wool, meat, and manure for fertilizing crops. In the lowlands, where temperatures are higher, cattle farming is more common. The Maasai people, known for their vibrant culture, are renowned for their expertise in cattle herding.
Despite the importance of livestock to the economy, challenges such as disease outbreaks and inadequate veterinary services persist. The government, along with non-governmental organizations, is working to address these issues through vaccination campaigns and the establishment of veterinary clinics.
In conversations with local farmers, it is evident that sustainable practices are gaining popularity. Farmers are increasingly adopting organic farming methods, reducing the reliance on chemical inputs and promoting animal welfare. This shift not only benefits the environment but also enhances the quality of livestock products.
As Ethiopia continues to balance traditional practices with modern agricultural approaches, the sustainable management of livestock farming remains a key focus for ensuring food security and economic stability.
Choose the correct answer from the given alternative based on the above passage.
1.
What is the primary role of livestock farming in Ethiopia's economy?
2.
What by-products do farmers derive from livestock besides meat?
3.
In the highlands, what animals do farmers predominantly rear?
4.
What is the primary contribution of sheep and goats in the highlands?
5.
In the lowlands, which ethnic group is known for cattle herding in Ethiopia?
6.
In a conversation with a local farmer, what might be a topic related to sustainable practices?
7.
What is a likely question a farmer might ask about organic farming methods?
8.
In a conversation about livestock, what topic might relate to environmental benefits?
9.
Which sentence represents a conversation about veterinary services?
10.
What could be a question related to livestock diseases in a conversation with a farmer?
11.
Identify the correct sentence:
12.
What is the subject of the sentence "Despite the importance of livestock to the economy"?
13.
In the phrase "reducing the reliance on chemical inputs," what is the part of speech of "reducing"?
14.
Choose the correct form of the verb: "Despite the importance of livestock, challenges __________."
15.
What does the word "adequate" mean in the context of "inadequate veterinary services"?
16.
Choose the correct sentence:
17.
Identify the gerund in the sentence "In conversations with local farmers, it is evident that sustainable practices are gaining popularity."
18.
Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb "plays"?
19.
What part of speech is the word "crucial" in the phrase "a crucial role"?
20.
Choose the correct sentence:
