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Thanh: ___________________

Bình: Rivers and lakes in Vietnam provide habitat for fish, amphibians, and birds, contributing to the country's rich biodiversity.

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Sam: ___________________

Joe: Vietnamese wetlands are home to various aquatic plants, such as water lilies and lotuses.

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Tan: ___________________

Uyen: Deforestation, urbanization, and agricultural expansion are the main causes of habitat loss.

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Tùng: ___________________

Ánh: The Central Highlands and Mekong Delta are among the most affected areas of habitat loss.

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Kyle: ___________________

Mia: Yes, Vietnam has laws to protect forests, but illegal logging still remains a problem.

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Kate: ___________________

Tu: Endangered animals in Vietnam include the Indochinese tiger, Javan rhinoceros, and pangolin.

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Ms. Sury: ___________________

Joe: Respect wildlife and choose eco-friendly travel options.

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Thành: I don't like the idea of buying bottled water. Could we use a water filter instead?

Hùng: ___________________ Using a water filter is more eco-friendly and cost-effective.

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Tuan: Vietnam's ecosystems are so diverse, from mountains to wetlands.

Lan: ___________________ Ecosystems sound a bit boring to me.

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Quan: I plan to use energy-efficient appliances in my house.

Hien: ___________________ It will save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Long: We're planning a beach cleanup this weekend to protect marine life. Are you interested?

Mai: Absolutely! ___________________

Read the situation and rearrange the sentences to make a complete response.

'You notice some classmates pouring chemicals down the drain near the school science lab.'

a. These chemicals can pollute the water and harm aquatic life.

b. You shouldn't do that for several reasons.

c. Finally, it's against the rules and could get you into trouble.

d. Chemicals can react with each other or with the pipes, causing damage or even explosions.

e. First, pouring chemicals down the drain can harm the environment.

f. Second, it's dangerous and can cause accidents.

Read the situation and rearrange the sentences to make a complete response.

'Some of your classmates want to catch and keep baby turtles from the local pond.'

a. When baby turtles are taken away, it can disrupt their growth and reproduction, which can lead to fewer turtles in the future.

b. There are various reasons why you shouldn't do that.

c. This can disrupt the balance of the pond's ecosystem and harm other species living there.

d. First, baby turtles are vulnerable.

e. Second, disrupting their natural life cycle can affect the entire turtle population.

f. Taking them from their natural habitat can harm their survival chances because they need specific conditions to grow and thrive.

Read the situation and rearrange the sentences to make a complete response.

'Some of your classmates want to dig up rare plants in the school garden to sell them.'

a. First, rare plants are crucial for the local ecosystem, providing food and shelter for animals.

b. They are protected by law and taking them can lead to legal consequences.

c. It's not something you should do for a few reasons.

d. Removing them can upset the balance and make it harder for other plants and animals to survive.

e. Finally, this can lead to the extinction of these plants, making them disappear from the wild.

f. Second, digging up and selling rare plants is illegal and unethical.

Read the situation and rearrange the sentences to make a complete response.

'Some classmates have brought some snacks and want to feed the wild animals in the park.'

a. First, wild animals need to learn to find their own food to survive.

b. For example, chocolate can be toxic to many animals, and bread doesn't provide the necessary nutrients that wild animals need to stay healthy.

c. When they get used to being fed by humans, they might stop searching for their natural food, which can make them weaker and less independent.

d. It's probably not something you should do for some reasons.

e. Feeding them these foods can make them sick and even lead to their death.

f. Second, some human foods can be harmful to animals.

Fill in the blanks with the sentences in the box to complete the conversation.

Mai: Phong, have you gathered all the information we need for our presentation on deforestation?

Phong:

Mai: Excellent!

Phong: Absolutely, many species lose their habitats due to deforestation.

Mai:

Phong: Right, cutting down trees increases carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.

Mai: We need to propose some solutions to combat deforestation.

Phong: Planting more trees and promoting sustainable logging could be good solutions.

Mai:

Phong: I'll include that in our presentation.

Mai: Don't forget to mention the economic impact of deforestation too.

Phong:

Mai: Exactly, let's make our presentation comprehensive and informative.

Fill in the blanks with the sentences in the box to complete the conversation.

Sam: Mr. Brown, I've been researching endangered species in Vietnam.

Mr. Brown: I agree, Sam.

Sam: I found out that the Javan rhinoceros and the Saola are critically endangered.

Mr. Brown: That's right.

Sam: We should also mention the role of conservation programs in protecting these species.

Mr. Brown: Absolutely, conservation efforts are crucial for their survival.

Sam: I think we should include some success stories too, like the efforts to save the red-shanked douc.

Mr. Brown:

Sam: We also need to talk about the importance of biodiversity and the ecosystem.

Mr. Brown: Right, these species play a key role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem.

Sam:

Mr. Brown: Excellent, let's work together to raise awareness and protect our precious wildlife.

Rearrange the sentences to make a complete conversation.

Tuan: Lan, I think we should organise a campaign to plant trees in the mangroves.

Lan: That's a great idea, Tuan! Mangroves are important for coastal protection and biodiversity.

• We should also collaborate with local authorities to ensure the sustainability of our project.
• Great, and I'll reach out to local schools and organisations for support.
• Right, raising awareness is crucial for the success of our campaign.
• Now, let's distribute some tasks. I'll design some posters and flyers to spread the word.
• We should also educate people about the importance of mangroves.
• Exactly, they also help to absorb carbon dioxide and combat climate change. Let's make the plan together.
• Firstly, we should get the community involved in our campaign.
• Good point, let's make sure our campaign has a lasting impact on the environment.
• I agree, we could organise a community planting day.

Lan: I'm excited to make a difference, Tuan!