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Practice Reading: Reading Fill in the Blanks ID: #40387 Global Warming

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The passage below is a part of an educational article on the impact of global warming. In the text below some words are missing. Drag words from the box below to the appropriate place in the text. To undo an answer choice, drag the word back to the box below the text.

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Global warming is a pressing issue that affects all corners of the globe. The increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to rising levels of greenhouse gases leads to various environmental impacts. One significant consequence is the melting of , which contributes to rising sea levels. This phenomenon not only threatens coastal communities but also affects marine . Additionally, the alteration in weather patterns can lead to more frequent and severe , disrupting ecosystems and human societies alike. Efforts to mitigate global warming include reducing emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources, which are crucial steps in combating this global challenge.

droughts biodiversity polar ice caps habitats storms flora and fauna carbon

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Correct answer: polar ice caps
Explanation: The phrase 'polar ice caps' refers specifically to the large ice formations at the poles, which are directly affected by global warming. This fits grammatically as a noun phrase that serves as the object of the sentence, maintaining coherence with the context of environmental impacts.
Meaning: 'Polar ice caps' are the ice sheets located at the North and South Poles, which are melting due to rising temperatures.
Wrong options:
biodiversity: Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat, which does not fit as it does not describe a physical entity that is melting.
habitats: Habitats are the natural environments where organisms live, but this term does not specifically relate to the melting ice context.
droughts: Droughts refer to prolonged periods of abnormally low rainfall, which is unrelated to the melting of ice caps.
flora and fauna: Flora and fauna refer to plant and animal life, respectively, and do not describe a physical structure like ice caps.
storms: Storms are weather events and do not pertain to the melting of ice, making this option contextually irrelevant.
Correct answer: biodiversity
Explanation: The term 'biodiversity' refers to the variety of life forms in a given ecosystem. It fits grammatically as a noun that complements the context of marine life being affected by environmental changes.
Meaning: 'Biodiversity' is the variety of different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms in a particular environment.
Wrong options:
polar ice caps: This option refers to ice formations and does not relate to the variety of life in marine ecosystems.
habitats: While habitats are important, this term does not specifically address the variety of species affected by environmental changes.
droughts: Droughts are periods of low rainfall and do not pertain to the variety of life in marine environments.
flora and fauna: Although related, this phrase does not specifically capture the concept of variety in species as effectively as 'biodiversity.'
storms: Storms are weather phenomena and do not relate to the concept of variety in life forms.
Correct answer: storms
Explanation: The word 'storms' fits grammatically as a plural noun that describes severe weather events, which are a direct consequence of altered weather patterns due to global warming.
Meaning: 'Storms' are violent disturbances in the atmosphere that can cause significant weather changes, including heavy rain and strong winds.
Wrong options:
polar ice caps: This option refers to ice formations and does not relate to weather events, making it contextually irrelevant.
biodiversity: Biodiversity refers to the variety of life and does not describe a weather phenomenon.
carbon: Carbon is a chemical element and does not pertain to weather events, making it an inappropriate choice here.
droughts: Droughts are a specific type of weather condition but do not encompass the broader range of severe weather events indicated by 'storms.'
flora and fauna: This phrase refers to plant and animal life, which does not relate to the concept of weather events.
Correct answer: carbon
Explanation: The term 'carbon' refers to carbon emissions, which are a significant contributor to global warming. It fits grammatically as a noun that serves as the object of the sentence, aligning with the context of reducing emissions to combat climate change.
Meaning: 'Carbon' in this context refers to carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds released into the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.
Wrong options:
polar ice caps: This option refers to ice formations and does not relate to emissions, making it contextually irrelevant.
biodiversity: Biodiversity refers to the variety of life and does not pertain to emissions or their reduction.
storms: Storms are weather events and do not relate to the concept of emissions, making this option inappropriate.
droughts: Droughts are weather conditions and do not pertain to emissions, making this choice irrelevant.
flora and fauna: This phrase refers to plant and animal life and does not relate to the concept of emissions.

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