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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #39335 Araucaria
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Large    areas    of    Chile,    Argentina    and    Brazil    have    historically    been    covered    by    forests    of    Araucaria,    or    monkey    puzzle    trees    as    they    are    often    called.    A    valuable    source    of    timber,    fuel,    resin    and    nuts    for    eating,    the    Araucaria    has    played    a    key    role    in    the    cultural    and    economic  development  of    local    communities.    However,    many    of    the    forests    are    now  threatened  by    logging    and    modern    farming,    and    5    out    of    the    19    species    of    Araucaria    are    .    The    fact    is    that    some    forests    owe    their      to    humans.    A    recent    study    in    the    region    found    there    had    been    two    major    forest    .  The  first,    4,500    to    3,200    years    ago,    was    due    to    climatic    changes    and    higher    levels    of    .  The    second,    between    1,400    and    900    years    ago,    coincided    with    the    development    of    increasingly    complex    societies    in    the    region.    Through    excavations    and    soil        the  researchers    found    that    local    populations    had    modified    the    land,    protected    seedlings    and    even    planted    trees    to    help    the    forests    grow.    The    researchers    hope    their    findings    will    help    efforts    to    conserve    the    ancient,    partly    man-made    Araucaria    forests.    

existence expansions travelling found extended moisture threatened endangered analysis

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Correct answer: endangered

Explanation: The term 'endangered' is an adjective that describes species at risk of extinction. In this context, it fits grammatically as it describes the state of the species of Araucaria, aligning with the context of threats posed by logging and modern farming.

Meaning: 'Endangered' refers to a species that is in danger of extinction.

Wrong options:

  • expansions: 'Expansions' is a noun that refers to the act of increasing in size or scope, which does not fit the context of species' survival.
  • travelling: 'Travelling' is a gerund that refers to the act of moving from one place to another, which is irrelevant in this context.
  • threatened: 'Threatened' is also an adjective but is less specific than 'endangered' and does not fit as the correct answer in this context.
  • analysis: 'Analysis' is a noun that refers to the examination of something, which does not relate to the status of species.
  • existence: 'Existence' is a noun that refers to the state of being, which does not describe the condition of the species.
  • moisture: 'Moisture' is a noun that refers to the presence of water, which is unrelated to the status of species.
  • found: 'Found' is a verb that means to discover or establish, which does not fit the context of species' survival.
Correct answer: existence

Explanation: The word 'existence' is a noun that refers to the state of being or living. In this context, it fits grammatically as it describes the reason some forests are present, which is due to human influence.

Meaning: 'Existence' refers to the state of being or having presence.

Wrong options:

  • expansions: 'Expansions' is a noun that refers to the act of increasing in size, which does not fit the context of forests being present.
  • travelling: 'Travelling' is a gerund that refers to the act of moving, which is irrelevant in this context.
  • threatened: 'Threatened' is an adjective that describes a state of risk, which does not fit as it does not relate to the presence of forests.
  • analysis: 'Analysis' is a noun that refers to examination, which does not relate to the state of being of forests.
  • endangered: 'Endangered' is an adjective that describes species at risk, which does not fit the context of existence.
  • moisture: 'Moisture' is a noun that refers to water presence, which is unrelated to the concept of existence.
  • found: 'Found' is a verb that means to discover, which does not fit the context of forests being present.
Correct answer: expansions

Explanation: The term 'expansions' is a noun that refers to the act of increasing in size or scope. It fits grammatically as it describes the two major increases in forest area mentioned in the context.

Meaning: 'Expansions' refers to the process of growing or increasing in size.

Wrong options:

  • travelling: 'Travelling' is a gerund that refers to the act of moving, which does not relate to the increase of forest areas.
  • threatened: 'Threatened' is an adjective that describes a state of risk, which does not fit as it does not describe an increase.
  • analysis: 'Analysis' is a noun that refers to examination, which does not relate to the growth of forests.
  • endangered: 'Endangered' is an adjective that describes species at risk, which does not fit the context of forest growth.
  • existence: 'Existence' is a noun that refers to the state of being, which does not describe the act of increasing in size.
  • moisture: 'Moisture' is a noun that refers to water presence, which is unrelated to the concept of forest expansions.
  • found: 'Found' is a verb that means to discover, which does not fit the context of forest growth.
Correct answer: moisture

Explanation: The word 'moisture' is a noun that refers to the presence of water. It fits grammatically as it describes the environmental condition that contributed to the expansion of forests.

Meaning: 'Moisture' refers to the presence of water, especially in the form of small amounts.

Wrong options:

  • expansions: 'Expansions' is a noun that refers to the act of increasing in size, which does not fit the context of environmental conditions.
  • travelling: 'Travelling' is a gerund that refers to the act of moving, which is irrelevant in this context.
  • threatened: 'Threatened' is an adjective that describes a state of risk, which does not fit as it does not relate to environmental conditions.
  • analysis: 'Analysis' is a noun that refers to examination, which does not relate to the environmental factors affecting forests.
  • endangered: 'Endangered' is an adjective that describes species at risk, which does not fit the context of environmental conditions.
  • existence: 'Existence' is a noun that refers to the state of being, which does not describe environmental conditions.
  • found: 'Found' is a verb that means to discover, which does not fit the context of environmental factors.
Correct answer: analysis

Explanation: The term 'analysis' is a noun that refers to the examination of something. It fits grammatically as it describes the method researchers used to study the soil and its implications for forest growth.

Meaning: 'Analysis' refers to the detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.

Wrong options:

  • expansions: 'Expansions' is a noun that refers to the act of increasing in size, which does not fit the context of examining soil.
  • travelling: 'Travelling' is a gerund that refers to the act of moving, which is irrelevant in this context.
  • threatened: 'Threatened' is an adjective that describes a state of risk, which does not fit as it does not relate to the examination of soil.
  • endangered: 'Endangered' is an adjective that describes species at risk, which does not fit the context of soil examination.
  • existence: 'Existence' is a noun that refers to the state of being, which does not describe the act of examining soil.
  • moisture: 'Moisture' is a noun that refers to water presence, which is unrelated to the concept of analysis.
  • found: 'Found' is a verb that means to discover, which does not fit the context of examining soil.

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