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For the questions 33–36, choose the best
option to complete the missing part of the
passage.
33. Shipping by water has been extensively 34. Geoheritage refers to the geological features
utilised for thousands of years and is still
pivotal to modern international trade. Almost
90% of current global trade shipping has
been fulfilled through maritime transportation
because it has the highest freight carrying
capacity at the lowest cost. ---- Additionally,
one cargo ship emits the same amount of
carbon dioxide that 50 million cars generate
with respect to greenhouse gas emissions.
Although there have been a great number
of attempts to eliminate ocean emissions, it
seems unlikely to get effective results or at
least a 50% decrease in emissions by 2050.
A) The advent of global trade has recently
forced marine transportation to comply with
strict regulations and tariffs.
B) Compared to air shipping, the large cargo
capacity of maritime cargo ships indisputably
leads the sector.
C) Along with the vast advantages of using
waterborne transportation, it still runs into
some setbacks in international trade.
D) Being by far the slowest mode of
transportation is, however, one of the
greatest drawbacks of maritime cargo ships.
E) Despite its low cost, maritime transportation,
on the other hand, brings a lot of
disadvantages in terms of air pollution.
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of the Earth that have immense scientific,
educational, cultural, and economic value.
They include rock formations, minerals,
fossils, landforms, and other geologic
phenomena. They provide information about
the Earth’s history and past climate. Beyond
their scientific significance, these geoheritage
sites possess profound cultural and societal
value, steeped in traditional beliefs and
legends. Moreover, they contribute to the
local economy by acting as a magnet for
tourists interested in geology and nature. ----
Geoheritage conservation and management
are thus of the essence for the sustainable
development of our planet.
A) Geoheritage sites can also be used as
outdoor classrooms to teach students
geology and other scientific subjects.
B) Protecting these sites is paramount to
preserving geological diversity and ensuring
they remain accessible for education and
tourism.
C) Tourists visiting geosites can also have a
negative impact on local communities if not
managed properly.
D) The development of sustainable tourism
practices at geoheritage sites can provide
employment opportunities for the locals.
E) The study of geosites can also contribute to
our understanding of the effects of climate
change on the Earth’s past and present
geology.