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 from 18 to 22.

Preserving the Night Sky: The Fight Against Light Pollution

At a time when interest in astronomy is on the increase, amateur astronomers (18) ____________. The reason for this is that the night sky is gradually being lost due to light pollution, (19) ____________. In response to this growing threat, the International Dark Sky Association has decided to award Dark Sky Reserve status to places that have so far escaped the adverse effects of light pollution. (20) ____________. Up to now, only a handful of places have been granted Dark Sky Reserve Status, but there are plans for others to be added so that amateur astronomers can continue to enjoy the night sky just as much as their professional counterparts. (21) ____________. Additionally, educational programs are also being developed to raise awareness among communities about the importance of reducing light pollution. If consistently supported by the governments and citizens, (22) ____________.

Question 18.

A. those who observe the Milky Way from their back gardens face a tough challenge

B. from their back gardens, experiencing difficulty growing in observing the Milky Way

C. who struggle with watching the Milky Way clearly from their back gardens

D. are finding it increasingly difficult to observe the Milky Way from their back gardens

Question 19.

A. threatening to make astronomy a privilege that only scientists can enjoy

B. that poses a threat to limit astronomy as a benefit exclusive to scientists

C. to make astronomy a privilege reserved just for scientific professionals

D. potentially restricts astronomy to an enjoyment available only to scientists

Question 20.

A. When such a place is given this award, in recognition of its exceptional night skies, it is protected by regulations to prevent light pollution

B. Furthermore, this award can serve as a marketing tactic to draw in more investors for developing lighting equipment, thereby increasing the number of tourists

C. After receiving this award in recognition of its remarkable night skies, such a location remains susceptible to light pollution because of inadequate infrastructure

D. This recognition serves as proof of its exceptional night skies, notwithstanding its being protected by local authorities from light pollution

Question 21.

A. Some cities' authorities in the world have already implemented very strict lighting rules: outdoor lights must be fully shielded so light doesn't go upward

B. This raises the question of whether it is important to put efforts into preserving the dark sky while cities continue to expand at a fast pace

C. In order to protect the dark sky from disappearing from the public's eyes, it is more important than ever to encourage cities to expand their areas

D. These efforts are crucial as increasing urbanization continues to worsen the problem, making dark sky preservation a global priority

Question 22.

A. future generations will also be able to marvel at the stars, thanks to this initiative

B. these initiatives will ensure that future generations can also marvel at the stars

C. the ability to marvel at the stars for future generations is a key goal of these initiatives

D. the stars can be marveled from anywhere for future generations