Part one : b.Reading Most of the energy we use today comes from the burning of the fossil fuels such as oil, natural gas and coal .These fuels are non renewable. Specialist predict that most of these sources of energy will run out during this century. If this really happens ,what are the other sources of energy human beings may use ? Fossil fuels cause another problem. This problem is that of contamination which threatens our environment and man’s existence on earth. If pollution rises , we will suffer from different diseases .Some us will die of thirst and hunger because of the pollution of water and soil resources. In order to solve the problem of energy shortage and pollution , the sun, the wind, the earth, and the sea can supply man with energy until the end of times. These energies are renewable, less expensive less polluting ,safer and cleaner . They are hydroelectric, wind, solar, geothermal, and biomass. a. Comprehension ( 8 points ) 1.What is the text about? ( put a circle around the correct answer ) a. renewable energies b. causes of pollution c. pollution 2.Read the text then say if the following statements are true or false : a. fossil fuels are not renewable. b. fossil fuels don’t cause air ,water, and soil pollution. c. there are fifty renewable energies. 3.Read the text then answer the following questions 1.what are the fossil fuels? 2. what are the advantages of renewable energies? 3. what will happen if pollution continues to rise? 4- What/who do the following words refer to in the text? which ( par. 2 ):……………………… they ( par.3 ) :………………………… 5.- Find in the text synonyms to the following words. 01pt a. goes up ( par.2 ) :…………………. Lack ( par. 3 ) :………………………. 6.1- Find in the text opposites to the following words. 01pt a. a few of ( par.1 ) : …………………… decreases (par.2 ) :………………….. Text exploration ( 8 points ) 1.Join the sentences using connectors between brackets : a. The atmosphere is full of pollution. Factories and vehicles release gases into the air. ( as a result ) a: …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. b .Farmers use fertilizers and pesticides . The food becomes toxic. ( consequently ) b:…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2.Put the verbs in brackets in the correct form : a. If people ( not respect ) their environment , we ( not live ) in a clean and safe planet. A: ……………… …………… b. If I ( be ) you, I ( not pollute ) my country. …….... ………………… 3. Form adjectives from the words given using the following suffixes : ous, ful , less , ing , al , ed. a. harm:…………….. b. wonder:…………………c. fame : …………… d. nation:…………….. 4.Fill in the gaps with the FOUR words from the following list: To heat - make – energy – pollution - and - take – homes One of the sources of the renewable energy is the solar energy which is produced by the sun . This ………………can be used to heat …………., buildings, water and to …………… electricity. Today, more than a million houses in the United States ……………advantage of the sun’s energy. Part Two: Written Expression ( 4 pts ) Choose one topic ONLY Topic 1: Our water is contaminated. Describe the consequences of this incident .Suggest measures and solutions to protect water in our cities and villages . Use the following notes : -water essential for plants , animals and humans -people will die of thirst -not to over-use many times per day -there will be many diseases such as :cholera, typhoid -avoid throwing rubbish into water resources -authorities should be more strict with people who pollute water -building dams to conserve melting snow and heavy rain Topic 2: Do you think the world climate is changing ? Write a short composition about the changing of climate in the world. State the causes and the consequences. Name:………………………………………………. Class:…………. Number : ………..
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