Name: ……………………………………Class: 11 A….
30- MINUTE TEST
Passage 1: Choose the best options A,B,C,D:
Cloze Passage: Melting Ice
As global temperatures rise, scientists ______(1) a rapid increase in the rate at which Arctic and Antarctic ice is melting.
This change affects wildlife, coastal communities and countless ecosystems. Some researchers focus on long-term climate
models, while (2) ____ experts study how melting ice influences ocean currents and weather patterns. The shrinking ice
sheets also reveal new regions that need urgent attention. Governments, (3) ____, struggle to agree on large-scale
environmental policies. Local groups have begun organizing (4) ____ to remove plastic waste that gets trapped (5) ____ the
melting ice during warmer seasons. These efforts help reduce pollution and encourage residents to (6) ____ materials that
would otherwise end up in the ocean. Since many challenges still remain, communities are learning to (7)____ and protect
fragile polar environments.
1.A. have observed B. observed C. were observed D. had observed
[Link] B. other C. the others D. every
3.A. however B. therefore C. moreover D. instead
4.A. cleaning- up project B. projects clean-up C. clean-up projects D. up- cleaning projects
5.A. under B. on C. in D. without
6.A. deliver B. gather C. recycle D. cool
7.A. adaptability B. adaptable C. adapt D. adapted
Passage 2: Choose the best options A,B,C,D:
Understanding Global Warming: A Community Guide
Welcome to our informational brochure designed to help readers stay informed about today’s (1) ____ environmental
challenges. Global warming is affecting weather patterns, wildlife habitats and local communities at a rapid pace. Our
organization is committed to (2) ____ pollution by promoting sustainable habits that anyone can practice.
Many businesses now offer eco-friendly options, from everyday household items to advanced (3) ____ innovations that
help limit carbon emissions. Choosing (4) ____ appliances and transportation methods is a simple way to cut energy waste
while supporting long-term environmental goals.
At the same time, we must prevent harmful behaviors that are (5) ____ natural ecosystems and threatening global
biodiversity. Our center provides workshops, school programs and community events aimed at encouraging responsible
environmental action.
Together, we can make meaningful progress (6) ____ protecting the planet for future generations.
1.A. global B. distant C. seasonal D. temporary
2.A. collecting B. storing C. reducing D. replacing
3.A. product B. tourism C. service D. finance
4.A. high-risk B. quick selling C. energy saving D. decorative
5.A. destroying B. protecting C. organizing D. observing
6.A. in B. beyond C. without D. under
Choose the best answers A,B,C,D:
1. The massive wildfire last summer caused severe ____ to nearby forests.
A. joy B. damage C. support D. culture
2. As global temperatures rise, polar ice continues ____ at an alarming rate.
A. melting B. growing C. shaping D. freezing
3. Many volunteers said the rescue mission gave them valuable ______ in crisis management.
A. experience B. vacation C. apology D. advice
4. Scientists warn that pollution can destroy the balance of an entire____ ______.
A. ecosystem B. global C. greenhouse D. damage
5. Meteorologists predicted the storm would ______ the coast by midnight.
A. whisper B. hit C. wonder D. swim
6. The meeting was so chaotic that they had to ______ the decision until next week.
A. break out B. put on C. turn up D. put off
7. Drivers are encouraged to ______ their seatbelts before the vehicle starts moving.
A. carry over B. put off C. slip below D. put on
8. Switching to an ______ can help reduce carbon emissions in urban areas.
A. electric car B. ancient cart C. plastic bottle D. house plant
9. The company introduced new ______ appliances to help consumers reduce power usage.
A. energy saving B. rainbow dancing C. fast-charging D. noise-making
10. Governments are setting stricter rules to limit the ______ released by factories.
A. emission B. emit C. emitted D. emitting
10. If greenhouse gases continue to rise, the planet will ______ even faster.
A. heat up B. cool down C. drift away D. sparkle
Passage 3: Melting ice has become one of the most visible signs of global climate change. In the Arctic and Antarctic,
temperatures have risen at rates far higher than the global average. As a result, glaciers and ice sheets are retreating more
quickly than scientists predicted a decade ago. This rapid loss of ice is not only reshaping polar landscapes but also
influencing climate patterns around the world.
When sea ice melts, it exposes darker ocean water that absorbs more heat than reflective ice. This process, known as the
albedo effect, accelerates warming and creates a feedback loop that leads to further ice loss. In addition, the melting of
land-based ice contributes directly to rising sea levels. Coastal cities, agricultural regions and low-lying islands are already
experiencing stronger flooding, soil erosion and damaged infrastructure as high tides reach farther inland.
Wildlife is also deeply affected. Species such as polar bears, seals and certain seabirds rely on stable ice platforms for
hunting, shelter and migration. As their habitats disappear, they are forced to travel longer distances to find food, often with
lower survival rates. Scientists warn that some populations may decline dramatically if these trends continue.
Melting ice has surprising impacts far beyond the polar regions. Freshwater from glaciers can alter ocean circulation,
affecting weather systems on multiple continents. For example, shifts in the jet stream have been linked to unusual
heatwaves, prolonged droughts and severe winter storms. Communities thousands of kilometers away may feel the
consequences even if they never see a glacier in person.
Despite these challenges, researchers emphasize that solutions still exist. Reducing emissions, increasing renewable energy
use and protecting remaining natural habitats can slow the rate of ice loss. Although the world cannot fully reverse the
melting that has already occurred, coordinated global action can stabilize climate conditions and preserve fragile
ecosystems for future generations.
[Link] word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to:
A. ocean water B. sea ice C. warming air D. sea levels
[Link] of the following is NOT mentioned as an effect of rising sea levels?
A. soil erosion B. damaged infrastructure C. loss of drinking water supply D. stronger flooding
[Link] statement is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Melting ice can influence weather far from polar regions. B. Wildlife is benefiting from warmer temperatures.
C. Land-based ice contributes to sea-level rise. D. The albedo effect increases warming.
[Link] word “decline” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to:
A. improve B. decrease C. recover D. appear
[Link] word “stabilize” in the final paragraph is the opposite of:
A. strengthen B. expand C. weaken D. destabilize
[Link] sentence can be inferred from the passage?
A. Human actions directly influence the rate of ice melting.
B. Sea ice melting has no link to weather changes.
C. Wildlife populations are unaffected by warming temperatures.
D. Land-based ice melts slower today than in past decades.
[Link] option best paraphrases this sentence: “Melting ice has surprising impacts far beyond the polar regions”?
A. Only polar communities are affected by melting ice.
B. The effects of melting ice are limited to northern areas.
C. Melting ice causes unexpected consequences in distant locations.
D. Melting ice has no influence outside the Arctic.
[Link] effect of melting ice is mentioned?
A. Improved air quality B. Changes in ocean circulation
C. Decrease in ocean temperature D. Higher numbers of polar bears
Give the correct verb form:
1. They ______ (move) to a new apartment two months ago. 2. He ______ (lose) his keys several times this week.
3. We ______ (attend) that conference when it was held in Berlin.
4. Scientists ______ (discover) a new species of frog in the Amazon recently.
5. The company ___ (launch) its new product last Monday. 6. I _____ (read) three books since the beginning of the year.
7. She ______ (buy) a car last month, but she hasn’t used it much yet. [Link] ___ (start) learning Spanish when she was ten.