(62/100) Ocean Discovery Narratives

Listening Questions

Answer all questions based on the audio content

What has revolutionized how scientists study the ocean depths?

A. Traditional diving gear

B. Autonomous underwater vehicles

C. Research vessels

D. Oceanic satellites

What alarming discovery was made regarding microplastics?

A. They are harmless to marine life.

B. They were only found in urban coastal areas.

C. They have been discovered even in remote ocean areas.

D. They decompose rapidly in the ocean.

What does the '30 by 30' campaign promote?

A. Increasing fish populations.

B. Protecting 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.

C. Reducing ocean pollution.

D. Enhancing tourism in coastal areas.

Which countries are mentioned as leaders in creating marine protected areas?

A. USA and Canada

B. Australia and New Zealand

C. Chile and the United Kingdom

D. Japan and South Korea

What is a significant risk associated with microplastics in the ocean?

A. Increasing fish spawning rates.

B. Polluting freshwater sources.

C. Bioaccumulation in the food chain.

D. Enhancing the growth of corals.

How are communities responding to the challenges facing the ocean?

A. By ignoring pollution.

B. By participating in beach clean-ups and educational programs.

C. By increasing industrial fishing.

D. By opposing marine conservation efforts.

What is the primary tone of the content regarding ocean exploration?

A. Pessimistic and defeatist.

B. Cautious and skeptical.

C. Hopeful and proactive.

D. Indifferent and neutral.

Why are marine protected areas (MPAs) important?

A. They limit public access to oceans.

B. They help in sustaining biodiversity.

C. They promote fishing industries.

D. They are solely for research purposes.

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