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        (I) In what conservationists are describing as a turning point, the ambitious Greater Mekong Wildlife Bridge Project has faced an unforeseen obstacle. (II) Despite an unprecedented $$$$50 million investment, the migrating elephant populations have decreased by 35% since it was launched. (III) These statistics have sent shockwaves through the conservation community, challenging long-held assumptions about wildlife corridor effectiveness. (IV) 

        The idea of wildlife corridors has long captivated conservationists. By creating protected pathways between fragmented habitats, these artificial lifelines were meant to ensure species survival. However, underlying this seemingly flawless approach is a more complicated reality. As human expansion intrudes upon these corridors, animals find themselves playing Russian roulette with each crossing, facing life threatening risks from poachers who have caught wind of these predictable migration routes. 

        Recent findings from the Southeast Asian Conservation Institute showed a worrying situation. When faced with human disturbance, elephants altered their migration patterns, venturing into unprotected areas. These behavioral adaptations proved catastrophic poaching incidents increased by 180% in these areas. The findings have left conservationists deeply concerned about the unintended consequences of their well intentioned interventions. 

        The economic implications of corridor conservation add another layer of complexity to an already challenging issue. Local communities, stuck in a difficult position, often view these projects with skepticism. Traditional farming practices fall by the wayside as authorities implement strict land-use regulations. While compensation schemes exist on paper, they rarely translate into adequate financial support for affected communities. 

        Conservation biologists have begun advocating for a paradigm shift in approach. Rather than imposing artificial corridors, they propose integrating wildlife passages into existing human infrastructure. This strategy has already proven successful in countries like Malaysia, where elevated highways incorporate natural underpasses. These structures allow for wildlife movement while maintaining human activity above, creating a win-win situation for all stakeholders. 

        Yet the jury is still out on the long-term viability of such solutions. Critics argue that these modified corridors merely paper over the cracks of a deeper issue - humanity's relentless expansion into natural habitats. As urban sprawl continues unabated, even these innovative approaches may prove to be nothing more than a band-aid on a gaping wound. 

Question 31. Where in paragraph 1 does the following sentence best fit? 

Global conservation experts are; therefore, reconsidering the large-scale wildlife protection investments.

        A. (II)         B. (I)         C. (IV)         D. (III) 

Question 32. The phrase "plaving Russian roulette" in paragraph 2 could be replaced by_______

        A. making choices                 B. dealing with situations 

        C. taking severe risks                 D. making decisions 

Question 33. The word "their” in paragraph 3 refers to________ 

        A. consequences         B. conservationists         C. interventions         D. the findings 

Question 34. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of wildlife corridors? 

A. Modification of animal behavior         B. Disruption of ecosystem balance 

C. Impact on local economies         D. Increased poaching incidents 

Question 35. Which of the following best summarizes paragraph 4? 

A. Conservation projects burden local communities with economic challenges. 

B. Economic compensation programs fail while traditional practices face a steady decline.

C. Financial support mechanisms prove inadequate for community sustainability. 

D. Communities benefit financially from conservation management strategies. 

Question 36. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 5? 

A. Conservationists advocate for adapting current human structures to include wildlife crossings over creating separate corridors. 

B. The integration of wildlife passages with existing human infrastructure should replace the creation of artificial corridors. 

C. Scientists intend to substitute incorporating animal crossings into present infrastructure for building separate routes. 

D. By incorporating wildlife crossings into current infrastructure, we eliminate the need for separate artificial corridors. 

Question 37. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? 

A. Elevated highways with natural underpasses create beneficial outcomes for stakeholders.

B. Local authorities have successfully implemented strict controls on agricultural development zones.

C. Local authorities are implementing rigid controls on agricultural development zones.

D. Traditional farming practices deteriorate under increasingly strict conservation measures.

Question 38. The word "unabated" in paragraph 6 is OPPOSITE in meaning to________.

        A. weakened         B. persistent         C. steady         D. unchanged 

Question 39. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? 

A. Protected pathways between fragmented habitats become more vulnerable to poaching activities over time.

B. Traditional conservation approaches lead to higher implementation costs when compared to integrated infrastructure. 

C. Conservation projects integrating natural passages with human structures achieve higher rates of wildlife movement success. 

D. Areas surrounding artificially created wildlife corridors experience increased rates of human wildlife territorial conflict. 

Question 40. Which of the following best summarizes the passage? 

A. Modern conservation approaches must navigate the delicate balance between wildlife protection and human development while addressing the limitations of traditional corridor-based solutions. 

B. The Greater Mekong Project reveals limitations of conventional conservation approaches, pushing biologists to develop new strategies that combine human needs with wildlife preservation. 

C. Traditional wildlife corridors face mounting challenges from human interference and poaching activities, leading conservation experts to explore technologically integrated solutions for species protection. 

D. Conservation efforts focusing on wildlife corridors have demonstrated success, with little unintended impact on local communities and ecosystems.

 

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