VOCABULARY

1-FILL IN THE GAPS WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TERMS:

footprint, genetically-modified, nature reserve, sea level, wildlife and zero-impact.
The _______________ of the city has increased due to global warming, causing problems for
coastal communities.
Our class is planning a trip to the nearby _______________ to learn about local plants and
animals.
Scientists are concerned about the long-term effects of _______________ crops on the
environment.
To reduce our ecological _______________, we should all try to use less water and energy.
The new eco-friendly hotel was designed to have a _______________ on the environment,
leaving no negative impact.
Visiting a _______________ is a great way to observe and appreciate the beauty of natural
landscapes.
It's important to protect _______________ and their habitats to maintain biodiversity on our planet.

Key:
sea level
nature reserve
genetically-modified
footprint
zero-impact
nature reserve
wildlife

2-FILL IN THE GAPS WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TERMS:

footprint, genetically-modified, nature reserve, sea level, wildlife and zero-impact.
The ___________ of a product refers to the amount of natural resources it consumes during its
production and use.
Many people are concerned about the impact of ___________ farming on our food supply and the
environment.
We should visit the local ___________ to learn more about the animals and plants that live in our
area.
Due to climate change, the ___________ is rising, causing coastal areas to flood.
It's important to reduce our ___________ on the environment by using renewable energy sources
and conserving resources.
The establishment of a ___________ is a positive step toward protecting endangered species and
their habitats.

Key:
footprint
genetically-modified
nature reserve
sea level
zero-impact
wildlife

3- fill in the gaps with one of the following terms: deforestation, recycled, overfishing, biodiesel,
climate change and organic farming
___________ is the process of cutting down trees in large numbers, which can lead to habitat loss
and soil erosion.
To help reduce waste, it's important to make sure that materials like paper and plastic are properly
___________.
___________ is a serious problem in our oceans, causing a decline in fish populations and
disrupting marine ecosystems.
___________ is a renewable energy source made from plant oils or animal fats and is considered
more environmentally friendly than traditional diesel fuel.
___________ refers to the long-term alteration of Earth's average weather patterns, often
associated with an increase in global temperatures.
Many people choose to buy food produced through ___________ methods, which avoid synthetic
chemicals and promote sustainability.

Key:
Deforestation
Recycled
Overfishing
Biodiesel
Climate change
Organic farming
4- Fill in the blanks with the most suitable phrasal verb- wipe out, carry out, die out, lead to, run
on, cut back on and use up-
Each phrasal verb can only be used once.

Excessive pollution can ___________ the extinction of endangered species.

It's important to ___________ water wisely to conserve this precious resource.
The factory needs to ___________ its carbon emissions to reduce its impact on the environment.
To reduce energy consumption, we should strive to ___________ unnecessary appliances when
not in use.
Scientists are working to ___________ research on renewable energy sources to combat climate
change.
Deforestation can ___________ the loss of biodiversity and disrupt ecosystems.
If we don't take action, some species may eventually ___________.

Key:
lead to
use up
cut back on
run on
carry out
wipe out
die out

5- Fill in the blanks with the most suitable form of the phrasal verb from the list below. Use the
appropriate tense (simple present, present continuous, present perfect simple, present perfect
continuous, or simple past) based on the context of each sentence.
wipe out, carry out, die out, lead to, run on, cut back on and use up-
1. Pollution from factories ____________ health problems in the local community since 2010.
2. The conservationists ______currently ____________ research on endangered species.
3. Many marine species ____ already ___________because of overfishing.
4. We need to ____________ the use of plastic bags to reduce environmental impact.
5. Climate change usually ____________ more frequent and severe weather events.
6. An increase in gas emissions always ____________ catastrophic consequences.
7. Greenpeace ____________ the recycling program for years.
8. Recently, some species of birds and insects ____________.
9. Last year, we ____________ several clean-up events to reduce pollution.
10. Pollution ______already______ the decline of air quality in most urban areas.
11. Lately, Many traditional farming practices ____________ in favor of modern methods.
12. Right now, scientists ____________ experiments to find alternative energy sources.
13. We should ____________ unnecessary travel to reduce our carbon footprint.
14. Forest fires ________ already ____________ large areas of woodlands.
15. If we continue to ____________ natural resources, we'll face a crisis.
16. Habitat destruction always ____________ the endangerment of several species.
17. Many people ____________ already ____________ their energy consumption.
18. The environmental organization ____________ educational programs for schools now .
19. The factory ____________ a sustainability audit every month.
20. Pollution from industrial activities often ____________ air quality issues.

1. Pollution from factories has led to health problems in the local community since 2010.
2. The conservationists are currently carrying out research on endangered species.
3. Many marine species have already died out because of overfishing.
4. We need to cut back on the use of plastic bags to reduce environmental impact.
5. Climate change usually leads to more frequent and severe weather events.
6. An increase in gas emissions always leads to catastrophic consequences.
7. Greenpeace has been carrying out the recycling program for years.
8. Recently, some species of birds and insects have died out .
9. Last year, we carried out several clean-up events to reduce pollution.
10. Pollution has led to the decline of air quality in most urban areas.
11. Many traditional farming practices have died out in favor of modern methods.
12. Right now, scientists are carrying out experiments to find alternative energy sources.
13. We should cut back on unnecessary travel to reduce our carbon footprint.
14. Forest fires have already wiped out large areas of woodlands.
15. If we continue to use up natural resources, we'll face a crisis.
16. Habitat destruction always leads to the endangerment of several species.
17. Many people have already cut back on their energy consumption.
18. The environmental organization is carrying out educational programs for schools now .
19. The factory carries out a sustainability audit every month.
20. Pollution from industrial activities often leads to air quality issues.