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What is the purpose of conservation practices and policies?

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to use up only those resources that are not currently in danger
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to halt human consumption of a wide number of natural resources
C
to keep all undeveloped land in a natural and unsettled state
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to manage the use of natural resources so they are not overused
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Sort the potential benefits and drawbacks of ecotourism.

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raises public awareness of environmental issues,protects ecosystems and biodiversity,creates jobs|encourages more land development,displaces local communities,changes wildlife behavior

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The following sentences contain blanks. Use the drop-down menus to complete each blank correctly.

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ecotourism|natural|minimize disturbances to|encouraging environmental protection

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Why have many people adopted sustainability practices?

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to adapt the natural environment according to their needs
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to obey strict national laws established by most countries
C
to prioritize the well-being of the environment over human needs
D
to meet human needs in a way that does not use up resources
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Sort the United Nations’ sustainable development goals by their focus.

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invest in innovation and infrastructure,eliminate poverty,create more job opportunities|provide people with affordable clean energy,protect ecosystems below water and on land,limit waste

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Match each scenario to the correct conservation term.

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Dry grasses and brush have been damaged from high heat to the point that the vegetation needs to be restored.|Heavy rains and poor farming practices have caused crops in a small village to become stunted.|A bat is endangered because city noise is challenging its ability to echolocate, or use sound waves to find food.

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