ARW3 - Midterm Exam - Virtual 202407 Avanzado 12 2024

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ARW3 - Midterm Exam

Due Jul 12 at 7:18pm


Points 100
Questions 2
Available Jul 12 at 6:21pm - Jul 12 at 7:18pm 57 minutes
Time Limit 50 Minutes

Instructions
Dear student,

Next, you will be assessed on the contents of the course.

This written exam focuses on Reading Comprehension and Writing.

You will only have one opportunity to take the test.

You will have 50 minutes to complete the test.

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Submitted Jul 12 at 7:02pm

Section I: Reading Comprehension


To read for main ideas, details and infer the author’s point of view


PartialQuestion 1
30 / 50 pts

Read the following text and use the information to answer the questions below.

Environmentalists in Bali

1 Bali, one of Indonesia's 17,000 islands, conjures up images of perfect, golden beaches and azure waters. This description would be accurate,
except for the plastic debris which litters the shores. In 2018, the issue of ocean pollution here received worldwide attention when a scuba diver
called Rich Horner posted a video of himself swimming in a sea of plastic. The clip was horrifying, and it quickly went viral.
2 Two Dutch-Indonesian sisters, Melati and Isabel Wijsen, were already aware of the scale of the problem. Having grown up in Bali, they knew
that plastic contamination was a major concern. With time they became convinced that they could be instrumental in bringing about change. To
solve the problem, they believed it was important to harness the power and enthusiasm of young people. They decided to launch a movement,
which they called “Bye Bye Plastic Bag”.

3 The sisters began collecting signatures to support their cause, and eventually got over 100,000 people to register their concern. In 2017, they
took their mission to the international stage by giving a moving speech at the United Nations in New York City. In the talk, they showed
heartbreaking photos of animals entrapped in plastic and of stunning natural landscapes which had been completely soiled. The point they were
making was simple: single-use plastics such as shopping bags, straws and Styrofoam containers should be banned.

4 Gradually, Melati and Isabel's efforts gained momentum. "We didn't want to wait until we were older to stand up for what we believe in," they
said, stressing that kids have the ability to effect change. In late 2018, they achieved a major success when the governor of Bali announced that
single-use plastics would be forbidden on the island. Not only that, but the local government committed to a major marine cleanup effort.

5 Young people can lead the way, the sisters believe. They say they won't rest until visitors to the island paradise hear this question at the
airport: "Welcome to Bali! Do you have any plastic bags to declare?" Rich Horner’s video is proof that there is still more work to be done. However,
the sisters’ work suggests that ambitious conservation efforts are by no means impossible.

Questions:

1. The text focuses mostly on… [ Select ]

2. What does the author of the article most probably believe? [ Select ]

3. According to the text, what’s Bali like? [ Select ]

4. What has Bali banned? [ Select ]

5. Melati and Isabel… [ Select ]

6. As a result of Melati and Isabel’s activism... [ Select ]

7. Melati and Isabel believed that... [ Select ]

8. What conclusion does the article support? [ Select ]

9. What heading would best fit paragraph 1? [ Select ]

10. What heading would best fit paragraph 4? [ Select ]

Answer 1:
plastic waste in Indonesia's capital

a new policy at Bali's airport


a horrifying video of polluted waters

two sisters' success in banning plastics

Answer 2:
People need government assistance in order to raise awareness of key issues.

The sisters' efforts have been extremely successful so far.


The United Nations should plan an initiative related to marine life.
Tourism will increase in Bali because of Melati and Isabel's work.

Answer 3:
It’s a place where kids are not interested in the environment.
None of the above

It’s a place with many wonderful beaches soiled with plastic garbage.

It’s a place where single-use plastics are allowed.


Answer 4:
plastics that are used only once

only plastic shopping bags


equipment used in scuba diving

imported plastic containers

Answer 5:
work for the United Nations

collected signatures to support their cause

went scuba diving and made a video


are environmental scientists

Answer 6:
ten thousand signatures were collected
they showed photos of animals wrapped in plastics

the government promised to clean the ocean

a video about plastic debris was filmed


Answer 7:
they could take action based on their beliefs

the government had to handle the situation on its own


None of the above.

pollution doesn’t deserve worldwide attention

Answer 8:
Other countries must copy Indonesia's example.
Bali should fine tourists for using plastic bags.

The country is no longer a good tourist destination.


Young people can make a difference.
Answer 9:
Two Sisters Inspire Us All

Swimmer’s Life Threatened


Facts and Figures about Bali
A Video Clip Puts Bali in the Spotlight

Answer 10:
An Important Milestone

New Education Programs


Recruiting Volunteers
Media Attention

Section II: Writing


To write a problem-solution essay


Question 2
Not yet graded / 50 pts

Global warming has been affecting the weather in the last 50 years. Write a problem-solution essay about a global
warming related problem comparing and contrasting the possible solutions. Remember your essay must include an
introduction, two body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph.

Your Answer:

Global warmin has increased the frequency and severity of extreme weather events over the last 50 years. Adressing this
issues requires both mitigations, wich reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and adpatation, which helps communities cope with
climate impacts.

Mitigatios strategies include trasnsitioning to renewable energy and imroving energy efficiency, while adaptations involves
building resilent infraestructure and developing drought resisitent crops.

Mitigations aims to prevent further climate deterioration, but faces challenges like hightcosts and the need for global
cooperation, while adaptation provides inmediate benefits but can be costly and doesn'nt adress the root cause.

In conclusion a comprehensive approach combining both strattegies the mitigations and the adaptation are essential for
effectively combating global warming and ensuring a sustainable future.

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