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Ocean giants: Green turtles are named due to the green colour of their fat and cartilage — not their shells. Comprehension quiz
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The word “endangered” most nearly means:
A: A species that is very common
B: A species at serious risk of extinction
C: A species that is dangerous to humans
D: A species that has recently been discovered
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Which word is the closest synonym for “bleak”?
A: Hopeful
B: Cheerful
C: Grim
D: Bright
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Thanks to conservation efforts, the green turtle’s status has been downgraded from Endangered to which category?
A: Vulnerable
B: Critically Endangered
C: Extinct
D: Least Concern
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According to the article, what were two of the measures recommended to help save green turtles?
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The article suggests that one key way to make sure conservation lessons are applied is to show the benefits of it. What kind of benefits does it mention?
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Which word is the closest antonym for “decline”?
A: Fall
B: Stagnate
C: Increase
D: Vanish
Answers
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1. B 2. C 3. D 4. The two measures mentioned are protecting their eggs and reducing their accidental capture in fishing nets. 5. It mentions showing the economic benefits of conservation. 6. C
1. B 2. C 3. D 4. The two measures mentioned are protecting their eggs and reducing their accidental capture in fishing nets. 5. It mentions showing the economic benefits of conservation. 6. C