8-9-CU SİNİF-LİSTENİNG PRACTİCE

Listening Passage:

The ocean is a vast and mysterious place. Covering more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, it is home to millions of species of plants and animals. From the smallest plankton to the largest whale, the ocean is full of life.

Many people enjoy visiting the ocean for fun activities like swimming, surfing, and snorkeling. The ocean is also important for our planet. It helps regulate the climate and provides oxygen for us to breathe. Additionally, the ocean is a source of food for billions of people around the world.

However, the ocean faces many challenges. Pollution, overfishing, and climate change threaten the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. It is essential for everyone to take action to protect our oceans. Simple steps like reducing plastic use, participating in beach clean-ups, and supporting sustainable fishing can make a difference.

The ocean is not just a beautiful place; it is vital for life on Earth. By taking care of it, we can ensure that future generations will also enjoy its wonders.

Listening Test Questions

1. What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered by the ocean?
   1. A) 50%
   1. B) 70%
   1. C) 80%
   1. D) 90%
2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an activity people enjoy at the ocean?
   1. A) Swimming
   1. B) Surfing
   1. C) Hiking
   1. D) Snorkeling
3. Why is the ocean important for our planet?
   1. A) It provides fresh water.
   1. B) It helps regulate the climate.
   1. C) It is a source of minerals.
   1. D) It creates land.
4. What threatens the balance of marine ecosystems?
   1. A) Overfishing
   1. B) Ocean currents
   1. C) Sunlight
   1. D) Tides
5. What can people do to help protect the ocean?
   1. A) Use more plastic
   1. B) Participate in beach clean-ups
   1. C) Ignore pollution
   1. D) Fish more frequently
6. Which of the following is a source of food for billions of people?
   1. A) The forest
   1. B) The ocean
   1. C) The mountains
   1. D) The desert
7. What is plankton?
   1. A) A type of fish
   1. B) A small plant or animal in the ocean
   1. C) A type of coral
   1. D) A large whale
8. What does the passage suggest about future generations?
   1. A) They will not need the ocean.
   1. B) They will enjoy the ocean’s wonders if we protect it.
   1. C) They will forget about the ocean.
   1. D) They will have different oceans.
9. What is one effect of climate change mentioned?
   1. A) Increased fishing
   1. B) Ocean pollution
   1. C) Threats to marine ecosystems
   1. D) More beach visitors
10. How is the ocean described in the passage?
    1. A) Boring and empty
    1. B) Dangerous and scary
    1. C) Vast and mysterious
    1. D) Small and shallow

True/False Questions

1. The ocean is home to millions of species of plants and animals.
   1. True / False
2. Pollution does not affect the ocean.
   1. True / False
3. The ocean helps provide oxygen for us to breathe.
   1. True / False
4. Overfishing is one of the challenges faced by the ocean.
   1. True / False
5. The ocean is only important for recreational activities.
   1. True / False