Instructions

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

Comprehension:
The (1) ____ of climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events and melting ice caps are just a few of the (2) ____ of a changing climate. To combat this, many countries have pledged to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, but progress has been slow. In addition, some people are still sceptical of the (3) ____ of climate change or believe that it's a natural occurrence that humans can't do much about. However, scientists agree that urgent action is needed to prevent the worst impacts of climate change. This includes not only reducing emissions but also adapting to the changes that have already (4) ____ . This might involve building sea walls to protect against rising sea levels, planting drought-resistant crops or developing
new technologies to remove carbon from the atmosphere. Ultimately, addressing climate change will require a (5) ____ effort from individuals, governments and businesses around the world.

Question 96

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.


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