Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered...

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks.

The Amazon Rainforest, a vast tropical rainforest located in South America, (17) ____________. It is home to an incredible variety of plant and animal species, many of which are still undiscovered. The forest is essential in regulating the Earth’s climate and supporting biodiversity. Visitors to the Amazon can explore its unique ecosystem through guided tours.

The Amazon Rainforest is known for its rich biodiversity (18) ____________. This vast natural area also plays a crucial role in the global climate system, producing 20% of the world’s oxygen. It is a vital part of our planet’s health and survival.

Many tourists visit the Amazon to experience its unique wildlife and lush landscapes. (19) ____________. Additionally, indigenous communities living in the forest contribute to maintaining its ecological balance. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect the forest from deforestation and environmental threats.

Visited by thousands of eco-tourists every year, (20) ____________. Its significance in global environmental health has prompted many international organizations to support its preservation. (21) ____________. Efforts to promote sustainable tourism in the Amazon are helping to raise awareness about the importance of protecting this vital natural resource for future generations.

Question 17:

A. covers over 5.5 million square kilometers

B. which covers over 5.5 million square kilometers

C. covering over 5.5 million square kilometers

D. from which the total area is 5.5 million square kilometers

Question 18:

A. consists of many species of animals, plants, and insects

B. includes many species of animals, plants, and insects

C. which includes many species of animals, plants, and insects

D. in which many species of animals, plants, and insects

Question 19:

A. Offering a close-up view of this incredible ecosystem, visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, bird watching, and river tours

B. This incredible ecosystem with its close-up view contributes to some activities like hiking, bird watching, and river tours

C. A close-up view of this incredible ecosystem celebrates some activities like hiking, bird watching, and river tours

D. Activities like hiking, bird watching, and river tours offer a close-up view of this incredible ecosystem

Question 20:

A. the Amazon Rainforest continues to be a key destination for nature lovers

B. Nature lovers consider the Amazon Rainforest a popular destination

C. an important destination for nature lovers is the Amazon Rainforest

D. International organizations recognize the Amazon Rainforest as a crucial destination

Question 21:

A. Attracting not only tourists but also scientists, the local people can study its complex ecosystems

B. This unique region not only attracts tourists but also scientists who study its complex ecosystems

C. Tourists and scientists study its complex ecosystems so that this region is a unique destination

D. As long as this unique region has complex ecosystems, tourists and scientists are attracted to study it