Bài tập Tiếng Anh Lớp 11 Global Success - Unit 10: The ecosystem (Có đáp án)

 9. There are many examples of resource decline and low production, particularly in the humid 
 ____________________.
 10. All living ____________________ have to adapt to changes in environmental conditions.
II. Complete the sentences with the adjectives given.
 rich raw tiny tropical non-living
 colourful native natural essential national
 1. Bone is actually made up of living tissue and __________________ matter.
 2. If we continue to deplete the earth’s __________________ resources, we will cause serious 
 damage to the environment.
 3. The problem needs to be addressed both at a(n) __________________ and international level.
 4. The cost of our __________________ materials has risen significantly.
 5. The country has vast oil reserves and __________________ deposits of other minerals.
 6. In cool climates you have to grow __________________ plants under glass.
 7. Government support will be __________________ if the project is to succeed.
 8. Henderson Island in the Pacific has more than 55 species of ________________ flowering plants.
 9. During surgery, doctors sometimes use a laser beam to vaporize _______________ blood vessels.
 10. The garden was full of __________________ and fascinating flowers.
• Vocabulary for Reading
III. Complete the sentences with the words given.
 wildlife national park mangroves waterway scenery
 biodiversity wetlands conservation habitat floating water season
 1. With so many areas of woodland being cut down, a lot of wildlife is losing its natural 
 __________________.
 2. __________________ is a plan for avoiding the unnecessary use of natural materials such as 
 wood, water, or fuel.
 3. The __________________ are home to a large variety of wildlife.
 4. The __________________ also brings fish and shrimp to this land.
 5. Many habitats such as __________________ and wetlands are disappearing fast.
 6. The use of pesticides is killing off birds, fish and __________________.
 7. __________________ transport plays a key role in the Mekong River Delta.
 8. They stopped at the top of the hill to admire the __________________.
 9. In the past, several natural streams and rivers flowed from west to east; now, these streams and 
 rivers have been replaced by a system of canals flowing through the __________________.
 10. Scientists and local authorities have campaigned to preserve __________________ values of 
 Tram Chim National Park.
• Prepositions
IV. Complete each sentence with the correct preposition.
 1. Ecosystems _______ a lot of biodiversity are generally stronger and more resistant to disaster than 
 those with fewer species.
 2. The horse is not native _______ America - it was introduced by the Spanish.
 3. The region is rich _______ mineral and coal deposits.
 4. Water is essential _______ living things.
 5. That rainforest has been home _______ many endangered species.
 6. When the biodiversity of an ecosystem is interrupted or destroyed, the economic impact _______ 
 the local community could be enormous.
 7. Scientists have studied only a small percentage of rainforest species _______ their search _______ 
 cures.
 8. The house is surrounded _______ trees, so it’s not overlooked at all. 1. This shirt hasn’t got a ____________________. I don’t know how much it is.
 2. In the past, slaves worked in the ____________________ of the USA.
 3. If you set the ____________________ at 24°C instead of 18°C, you’ll cause less harm to the 
 environment.
 4. ____________________ often do quite repetitive jobs.
 5. ____________________ have to spend a lot of money on transport.
V. Match 1-10 with a-j to make compound nouns.
1. solar __________ A. species
2. GM (genetically modified) __________ B. rain
3. carbon __________ C. effect
4. global __________ D. layer
5. endangered __________ E. disposal
6. greenhouse __________ F. emissions
7. acid __________ G. forest
8. waste __________ H. foods
9. ozone __________ I. power
10. rain __________ J. warming
VI. Complete the sentences with compound nouns from Exercise V.
 1. Many forests have been damaged by __________________.
 2. The __________________ is causing the earth’s atmosphere to heat up.
 3. __________________ will cause the icebergs to melt.
 4. The Amazon __________________ is in the Amazon Basin of South America.
 5. The __________________ helps to protect the earth from harmful radiation from the sun.
 6. Coal-burning power stations are a source of __________________.
 7. Some __________________ can only be seen in zoos.
 8. __________________ is a renewable source of energy.
VII. Complete the sentences with the compound nouns below.
 football pitch flood lights mountain range tower block
 tennis courts swimming pool safety net seashore
 1. A __________________ is a tall building containing apartments or offices.
 2. Many tennis players prefer __________________ with a grass surface.
 3. The game will be played under __________________.
 4. The two teams, will play a big match at the world-famous Wembley __________________.
 5. She takes her inspiration from shells and stones she finds on the __________________.
 6. A __________________ is the one that is put below people performing at a great height to catch 
 them if they fall.
 7. The outdoor __________________ is open during the summer months.
 8. They tried to climb up the great __________________ of the Alps.
VIII. Complete the compound nouns in the sentences with the nouns below. There are two nouns 
that you do not need.
 mainland camp dance goers lover
 festival headline line shuttle
 1. We stayed at a great little _______________________ -site near our house.
 2. Stevie Wonder was the _______________________ act at the Glastonbury Festival in 2010.
 3. The roads leading to the festival were jammed with festival _______________________.
 4. The _______________________-up at the Rock Werchter festival this year was amazing.
 5. We caught a _______________________ bus from the station to the festival. C. nonrenewable resources are consumed faster 
 D. renewable resources are replaced
5. Gold ore is mentioned as _______.
 A. a kind of mineral B. a renewable resource
 C. an example of fossil fuels D. an adequate supply for future
III. Read the passage carefully, and then choose the correct answer. 
 Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872. Located in northwestern Wyoming and 
extending into Montana and Idaho, the park is known for its spectacular geysers, hot springs, canyons, 
and fossil forests. Yellowstone was the world’s first national park. 
 Yellowstone National Park encompasses a large area of unspoiled wilderness that is almost 
entirely forested. The most common tree is the lodgepole pine, but other varieties of pine, as well as 
spruce, fir, and juniper are also found in Yellowstone.
 The park is one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries in the United States. Among the more than 300 
animal species found here are grizzly bears, elk, deer, antelope, moose, bighorn sheep, coyotes, and lynx. 
During summer, thousands of wapiti or American elk graze in the park. More than 1,300 bison, which 
almost became extinct in the park, roam the eastern sections. Wolves, once thought to be a menace, were 
reintroduced to the park in 1995 after being hunted and trapped to the brink of extinction early in the 20th 
century. Nearly 300 species of birds, including bald eagles, osprey, white pelicans, California gulls, and 
Canada geese, either live in or visit the park. The rare trumpeter swan also frequents the area and is 
protected within the park.
1. Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?
 A. Yellowstone was established in 1872.
 B. Yellowstone was the world’s first national park.
 C. Yellowstone is located totally in northwestern Wyoming.
 D. Yellowstone is famous for its spectacular geysers, hot springs, canyons, and fossil forests.
2. What do wapiti do during summer?
 A. They roam in the park. B. They visit the park.
 C. They graze in the park. D. They frequent the park.
3. Which kind of animal almost became extinct early in the 20th century?
 A. bison B. bald eagles C. trumpeter swan D. wolves
4. What is the purpose of the passage?
 A. To discuss the dangers the flora of the park has to face
 B. To discuss the dangers the fauna of the park has to face
 C. To show the bad condition of the park
 D. To give information about the park
5. What is the word ‘encompasses’ in paragraph 2 closest in meaning to?
 A. surrounds B. includes C. has D. contains
IV. Choose the item among A, B, C or D that best answers the question about the passage.
 California has 8 national parks and 20 national forests, more than any other state. Yosemite 
National Park is one of the most visited parks. It is famous for its waterfalls and granite cliffs. Many rock 
climbers go to Yosemite to climb a rock wall named El Capitan. Point Reyes National Seashore is on a 
peninsula north of San Francisco. It is a good place to see harbour seals, sea lions, and many kinds of 
birds. Disneyland in Anaheim is another California tourist attraction. This large amusement park was 
created by cartoonist Walt Disney. It features a fairyland castle, a haunted mansion, a jungle safari, and 
many other attractions and rides.
 San Diego has a world-famous zoo. As you wander through its Rain Forest Aviary, brightly 
coloured tropical birds fly by. You will think you are on safari in its outdoor Wild Animal Park, north of 
San Diego. Sea World in San Diego is a great place to watch whales and dolphins perform. California’s VI. Read the following passage, and then choose the best answer.
 The warming of the Pacific Ocean creates weather patterns that affect the world. When the waters 
warm, the amount of rainfall in Indonesia and the surrounding regions decreases. Australia could even 
experience a drought. On the other hand, Chile, which borders the Pacific Ocean, is preparing for severe 
rainstorms. In Pakistan and northwestern India, the weather pattern makes the monsoon season weaker 
and makes the area much drier.
 This phenomenon is called El Nino and is used by weather forecasters to make long range weather 
predictions. Forecasters know that El Nino will bring unusually heavy rains to southwestern part of the 
United States and make the central part of the country drier.
 El Nino itself used to be predictable. It would occur every two or seven years. But now, the 
weather pattern is becoming more constant. Scientists are unsure of the reason of this change.
1. What would characterize the effects of El Ninol?
 A. They’re widespread. B. They’re beginning. 
 C. They’re short-lived. D. They’re decreasing.
2. What phenomenon defines El Ninol?
 A. the rainstorms in Australia B. the drought in Chile
 C. the warming of the Pacific Ocean D. the dryness of southwestern US
3. Which region will be abnormally wet?
 A. Pakistan B. AustraliaC. Central US D. Southwestern US 
4. The word ‘predictable’ in paragraph 3 means _______.
 A. that can be known in advanceB. that can be serious
 C. rareD. special
5. Which is not an effect of El Ninol?
 A. droughts B. heavy rainfalls C. weak monsoons D. global warming
10E. Speaking
• Everyday English
I. Choose the correct response. Then practise the short exchanges in pairs.
1. A: Try to protect the ecosystem to maintain B: a/ Sure. It’s very important.
biodiversity. b/ Of course. It’s unlimited.
2. A: Ecosystems only include living things. B: a/ No, they also have non-living things.
 b/ Right, they’re living organisms.
3. A: We should leave natural resources to future B: a/ It depends on each nation.
generations. b/ We must do it right now.
4. A: Some people do illegal hunting in U Minh B: a/ It has rich biodiversity.
Thuong National Park. b/ They’ll get severe punishment.
5. A: Is it OK if we allow mass tourism in national B: a/ Yes, and we educate people about 
parks? biodiversity.
 b/ I think we should choose ecotourism.
6. A: Some tourists throw plastic bags into the sea. B: a/ Never mind. The sea can cope with it.
 b/ Oh, no. It’s harmful to marine life.
7. A: The ecosystem is at risk due to human B: a/ People should be more eco-friendly.
activities. b/ Are you aware of the danger?
8. A: More elephants work in circuses. B: a/ Entertainment is important to us. 
 b/ It’s not a good deed to do so.
9. A: Are those birds native to Viet Nam? B: a/’No, they only migrate here.
 b/ No, it’s their habitat here.
10. A: We’re using up fossil fuels. B: a/ OK. They include petrol, coal, and so on. 
 b/ Yes, we should use more alternative energy.
• Ways to protect local biodiversity I. Complete the essay about how to protect the ecosystem with appropriate supporting ideas below. 
There is one extra phrase that you do not need.
 A. consume a great deal of money from governments
 B. the environmental problems, the poor management of our natural resources
 C. no longer available, industrial and daily activities will face a lot of difficulties
 D. dealing with the present problems on our Earth to keep on living here
 E. no wars, hunger, or social problems
 F. to live and new ways to exploit natural resources there
 In the future it seems to be more difficult to live on the Earth. Some people think more money 
should be spent on researching other planets to live on.
 On the one hand, finding other planets to live on is a good idea. Firstly, there are limited natural 
resources that we will use up soon. Once these resources are 1 ___________________. Secondly, setting 
a goal of settling down on a new planet will make sciences and space exploration develop more faster. 
Scientists will find out new places 2 ___________________ and communicate with aliens to exchange 
universal knowledge.
 On the other hand, the discovery of new planets should not be the only solution for our future. The 
Earth is facing 3 ___________________. We still have enough time to take action now to solve these 
problems. Moreover, the cost for discovery and settling on new planets is much higher than protecting 
and regenerating our planet. Spaceships, research projects, space exploration programmes will 4 
___________________.
 In conclusion, it is necessary to research for new planets to live on in the future, but 5 
___________________ is a promising answer to the question.
II. Complete the essay about how to protect oceans with appropriate supporting ideas below. There 
is one extra sentence that you do not need.
 A. Over 90% of the additional heat caused by global warming is stored in the oceans.
 B. We should carry out campaigns to prevent pollution of the coastal environment and reduce the 
 use of plastics so that less of it ends up in our oceans.
 C. They host 80 percent of the planet’s biodiversity, and they are the largest ecosystem on Earth.
 D. Scientists have discovered that marine life, such as horseshoe crabs, seaweeds, provide many 
 herbs and medicines.
 E. Better management of the ocean resources is crucial to ensuring global food security.
 F. Everything we need, such as water, air, land, minerals, comes from nature.
 G. Devices are being developed to generate electricity from waves and tides, as well as offshore 
 wind farms.
 Oceans are an essential part of the Earth’s ecosystem. They are a source of biodiversity, food, and 
life. According to FAO, over 40 percent of the world’s population lives within 100 kilometres off the 
coast. 1 ________________________. It is not early to start their restoration because of the benefits our 
oceans provide.
 Oceans are an important source of food. 2 ________________________. Oceans provide vital 
renewable energy. 3 ________________________. Oceans absorb a quarter of all the carbon dioxide that 
humans put into the atmosphere. 4 ________________________. Oceans also affect our weather. The 
water cycle from oceans brings us our drinking water.
 5 ____________________. It’s high time that we needed to take action. 6 ___________________. 
We should take part in beach clean-ups, and involve others, especially the youth.