II/Text Exploration
1/ a: find in the text synonyms/ antonyms to the following words:(2pts)
-required= …………. Alternative=…………….
-renewable≠………. Wasted≠ …………….
2/ rewrite sentence “b” so that it means the same as sentence “a” (3pts)
a: Wind energy is produced by wind turbines which capture the wind.
b:
a: The sinking of the “Exxon Valdez” caused considerable damage to marine life.
b:
a: Natural sources will be preserved by the use of alternative energies.
b:
a: Renewable energy can be used to protect the environment.
b: We
a: we must save natural resources for future generations.
b: Natural resources
a: Plastic waste should be recycled instead of being thrown away.
b: We
3/Classify these words according to the pronunciation of their final /s/ (3pts)
Energies- Turbines- plants-trees-fuels-amazons
/S/ /Z/ /IZ/
III/Written Expression: fill in the gaps using the words provided (5pts)
burned – pollution – extracted – energy – environment- renewable- public transport- electricity- bike- recycle
Fossil fuels are important sources of…………………… that are…………………from deep
underground. When they are …………….to produce electricity, a large amount of ……………….is
created, and the natural …………………. is seriously affected. For this reason, fossil fuels should be
used wisely. One way is to use …………… sources like solar and wind instead of coal and oil. People
can also choose to travel by………… or use ………………...more often instead of cars. Saving
energy at home by using less ………… helps too. Finally, we should………… materials like paper
and plastic to reduce energy consumption and pollution.
Martyrs Boudiar Secondary School School year: 2025/2026
Level: 2nd Year Literary and Philosophy Stream Time: 1 hour
Full Name:……………………
Energy is needed in our daily lives to produce electricity, heat homes, and run factories. Different
types of energy are used around the world, and they are divided into renewable and non-renewable
energies.
Non-renewable energies such as oil, gas, and coal are taken from the earth. These resources are
formed over millions of years, but they are used up very quickly. When fossil fuels are burned,
harmful gases are released into the air, and pollution is increased. As a result, the environment is
damaged and climate change is caused.
On the other hand, renewable energies come from natural sources such as the sun, wind, and water.
Solar energy is produced by sunlight, and wind energy is generated by moving air. These sources
are not exhausted and can be used again and again. In addition, less pollution is created when
renewable energy is used.
Today, renewable energy is encouraged by many governments, and new technologies are developed
to protect the planet. If more renewable energy is used, natural resources will be saved for future
generations. Adapted from: British Council – Energy and the Environment
I/ Comprehension
1/Say whether the following statements are “True” or “False” according to the text. (2pts)
1- Oil, gas, and coal are taken from the earth.
2- Fossil fuels are formed in a very short period of time.
3- Natural resources will be saved if renewable energy is used.
4- The environment is damaged by Gas emissions.
2/Answer the following questions according to the text. (3 pts)
a/Why are non-renewable energies considered harmful to the environment?
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b/How can renewable energy help protect natural resources for the future?
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c/What are the main sources of alternative energy mentioned in the text?
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3/ in which paragraph is it explained that fossil fuels are harmful to the planet? Cite. (2pts)