Exe4 : Sustainability

Reading Comprehension – Sustainability

Read the passage carefully.

Answer all the questions that follow.

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🌍 Passage

Sustainability means meeting our needs today without destroying the Earth’s ability to meet the needs of tomorrow. Around the world, people are facing problems such as deforestation, air pollution, water scarcity, and climate change. These problems often happen because humans use resources faster than nature can replace them. For example, fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas are burned to produce energy, but they take millions of years to form. If we keep using them at the same speed, they will run out, and the planet will suffer from more greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. This shows why it is important to think about how our actions affect the future and the environment.

To solve these challenges, people are turning to sustainable practices. Renewable energy sources such as solar panels and wind turbines are replacing fossil fuels in many countries. Recycling helps reduce waste and saves materials like paper, glass, and plastic. Planting trees improves air quality and provides homes for wildlife. Even small actions by individuals—such as using less water, carrying reusable bags, or walking instead of driving—make a big difference when many people do them. Governments, schools, and communities are also creating rules and programs to encourage sustainability. Protecting the planet is not only about saving nature, but also about ensuring that future generations can live healthy and secure lives.

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