Protecting Wildlife

 PART 2 – OPEN CLOZE

Questions 9–16

For questions 9–16, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only ONE word for each gap.

Protecting Wildlife

Climate change is affecting ecosystems across the world. Many species are struggling to adapt to changing conditions, and some may disappear altogether.

Not (9) ______ scientists begun to understand the full consequences of global warming did governments start taking action.

One of the greatest threats is habitat destruction. Forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development, leaving animals with nowhere to live. Some species are now on the brink (10) ______ extinction.

Conservationists argue that protecting habitats is every bit as important (11) ______ protecting individual animals. They also point out that public education can have a significant effect (12) ______ people's behaviour.

Many environmental organisations depend upon donations  (13) ______  members of the public. Without such support, they would struggle to carry (14) ______ their conservation programmes.

Fortunately, awareness of environmental issues has increased. More consumers are cutting (15) ______ on waste and choosing products with less packaging. If this trend continues, there is hope (16) ______ future generations will inherit a healthier planet.