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    1) The Galapagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago situated near the Equator that are renowned for their unique biodiversity and are a popular ecotourism destination. 2) Tourists from around the world visit the islands to see the diverse wildlife, but must follow strict guidelines to minimize environmental impacts like not feeding animals, bringing plants/seeds, or wandering off trails. 3) The islands have a limited visitor capacity and tours are guided to educate visitors and enforce regulations within the National Park, which aims to protect the fragile "natural laboratory" environment that shaped Darwin's theory of evolution.

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    1) The Galapagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago situated near the Equator that are renowned for their unique biodiversity and are a popular ecotourism destination. 2) Tourists from around the world visit the islands to see the diverse wildlife, but must follow strict guidelines to minimize environmental impacts like not feeding animals, bringing plants/seeds, or wandering off trails. 3) The islands have a limited visitor capacity and tours are guided to educate visitors and enforce regulations within the National Park, which aims to protect the fragile "natural laboratory" environment that shaped Darwin's theory of evolution.

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    1) The Galapagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago situated near the Equator that are renowned for their unique biodiversity and are a popular ecotourism destination. 2) Tourists from around the world visit the islands to see the diverse wildlife, but must follow strict guidelines to minimize environmental impacts like not feeding animals, bringing plants/seeds, or wandering off trails. 3) The islands have a limited visitor capacity and tours are guided to educate visitors and enforce regulations within the National Park, which aims to protect the fragile "natural laboratory" environment that shaped Darwin's theory of evolution.

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    1) The Galapagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago situated near the Equator that are renowned for their unique biodiversity and are a popular ecotourism destination. 2) Tourists from around the world visit the islands to see the diverse wildlife, but must follow strict guidelines to minimize environmental impacts like not feeding animals, bringing plants/seeds, or wandering off trails. 3) The islands have a limited visitor capacity and tours are guided to educate visitors and enforce regulations within the National Park, which aims to protect the fragile "natural laboratory" environment that shaped Darwin's theory of evolution.

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    Reading comprehension

    Ecotourism in the Galapagos Islands

    8 Form II term Variant I

    Name: ____________________________________________________________ Form: ____________

    Date: _______________________________________________________________________________________

    I. Read the text and decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F):
    1. The Galapagos Islands are situated near the coast of the Equator.
    2. These islands are considered to be volcanic origin.
    3. Tourists from all over the world come there to see different kinds of wildlife.
    4. Tourist can give animals wrong food.
    5. The Galapagos Islands aren’t very popular among tourists.
    6. There are a lot of attractions in the islands.
    7. Only 50 people are allowed to visit the island.
    8. You can visit the National Park at any time you like.
    9. All tourist may go different paths and footprint they like.
    10. It is forbidden to visit the National Park without the guide.
    11. Everyone may take any kind of seeds or plants if he likes them very much.
    12. You can’t buy any souvenirs in the Galapagos Islands.
    Mark: ____/12

    II. Choose the right variant A, B or C:


    1. Scientists think of the Galapagos as a(an) …….
    a) Natural Park b) natural laboratory c) volcanic island
    2. Only ……. of the island are inhabited
    a) 4 b) 6 c) 3
    3. Some tourists do not realise they are not in a(an) ……. and cause a lot of damage.
    a) zoo b) park c) island
    4. Visitors to the islands are not allowed to stay longer than ……
    a) 6 hours b) 6 days c) 6 mounths
    5. The National Park can only be visited during ……..
    a) some days b) daylight c) 6 hours
    6. Don’t go to the National Park without a(an) ……….
    a) food for animals b) proper clothes c) qualified guide
    7. Don’t walk off the ……
    a) trails b) right roads c) routes
    8. Check your belongings for ….. and …….
    a) pets, plants b) seeds, insects c) souvenirs, food
    9. Don’t take your ……. with you.
    a) children b) pet c) any food
    10. Don’t touch the ……..
    a) animals b) insects c) seeds
    11. Don’t drop ……..
    a) your luggage b) different objects c) litter
    12. Buy gifts made only from ….
    a) shells b) corals c) wood
    Mark: ____/12

    Mark:________ Total:____/24

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