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GREEN LIVING: A PATH TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

In a world grappling with climate change and environmental degradation, green living has emerged as a vital approach to ensure sustainability. Green living involves adopting practices that minimize harm to the environment while promoting a healthy lifestyle. These include reducing waste, conserving energy, and embracing renewable resources.

One key aspect of green living is reducing waste. This can be achieved through recycling, composting, and cutting back on single-use plastics. For example, using reusable water bottles and shopping bags can significantly decrease the amount of plastic waste that pollutes our ecosystems. Moreover, individuals can conserve energy by switching to energy-efficient appliances, unplugging devices when not in use, and maximizing natural light in their homes.

Another crucial element of green living is opting for renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. These alternatives not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also lower energy costs over time. Additionally, adopting plant-based diets or reducing meat consumption can lessen the environmental impact of food production, which is a major contributor to deforestation and water pollution.

Communities around the world are recognizing the importance of green living. For instance, cities are promoting cycling and public transport to decrease carbon emissions. Similarly, educational campaigns are raising awareness about sustainable practices. By making small, consistent changes, individuals and societies can contribute to a healthier planet and secure a better future for generations to come.

Question 7. The word "These" in paragraph 1 refers to________.

A. Reusable water bottles and shopping bags

B. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

C. Adopting plant-based diets

D. Practices that minimize harm to the environment

Question 8. The word "degradation" in paragraph I is OPPOSITE in meaning to________.

        A. damage        B. improvement        C. decline        D. pollution

Question 9. In which paragraph does the writer discuss community-level green living initiatives?

        A. Paragraph 2        B. Paragraph 1        C. Paragraph 4        D. Paragraph 3

Question 10. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3? 

Adopting plant-based diets can lessen the environmental impact of food production.

A. Switching to a plant-based diet will solve environmental problems.

B. Plant-based diets completely eliminate pollution.

C. Food production is unaffected by plant-based diets.

D. Eating more plants can reduce harm caused by food production.

Question 11. In which paragraph does the writer mention ways individuals can conserve energy?

        A. Paragraph 4        B. Paragraph 3        C. Paragraph 1        D. Paragraph 2

Question 12. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Green living is primarily about reducing plastic use.

B. Renewable energy helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

C. Energy-efficient appliances increase electricity use.

D. Cycling does not help decrease carbon emissions.

Question 13. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a practice of green living?

        A. using energy-efficient appliances        B. recycling waste

C. installing solar panels        D. buying luxury cars

Question 14. The word "alternatives" in paragraph 3 could be best replaced by_______.

        A. Challenges        B. Opponents        C. Substitutes        D. Problems

 

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