Passage: 13
Water is one of the most essential resources on Earth. It is necessary for all living beings, including humans, animals, and plants. Water is used for drinking, cooking, cleaning, irrigation, and industrial purposes. However, despite its importance, clean and safe drinking water is not available everywhere. Pollution, overuse, and climate change have caused water scarcity in many regions. Conserving water and using it wisely are important steps to ensure that everyone has access to this vital resource. Simple measures like fixing leaks, using water-saving devices, and avoiding waste can make a big difference.
1. Why is water essential?
A) Only for cooking
B) Only for cleaning
C) For all living beings
D) Only for plants
Answer: C
Which of the following is NOT a use of water mentioned in the passage?
A) Drinking
B) Irrigation
C) Industrial purposes
D) Producing electricity
Answer: D
Why is clean water not available everywhere?
A) Because it is too heavy
B) Due to pollution, overuse, and climate change
C) Because it is cheap
D) Because people do not like it
Answer: B
What is water scarcity?
A) Having too much water
B) Shortage of clean and safe water
C) Rivers overflowing
D) Water freezing
Answer: B
How can we conserve water?
A) Using it carelessly
B) Fixing leaks and using water-saving devices
C) Polluting water
D) Throwing water away
Answer: B
The passage mainly talks about:
A) The uses and importance of water and the need to conserve it
B) Oceans and their depth
C) Rainfall in deserts
D) Water sports
Answer: A
Water is important for:
A) Only humans
B) Only animals
C) Humans, animals, and plants
D) Only industries
Answer: C
Which of these is a simple way to save water at home?
A) Ignoring leaks
B) Using water-saving devices
C) Wasting water
D) Polluting rivers
Answer: B
What has caused water scarcity in many regions?
A) Excess rainfall
B) Pollution, overuse, and climate change
C) Plant growth
D) Mountain formation
Answer: B
10. The word “vital” in the passage means:
A) Dangerous
B) Unnecessary
C) Essential or very important
D) Large
Answer: C