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PASSAGE 1 – Urban Wildlife Adaptation

Level: IELTS Academic (Band 6.5–7.0)

As cities continue to expand, many wild animals have adapted surprisingly well to urban environments. Species such as foxes, pigeons, raccoons, and even some monkeys have learned to survive by relying on human activity. They feed on leftover food, nest in buildings, and adjust their behavior to the rhythms of city life.

Researchers have found that some animals develop new behavioral patterns when living near humans. For instance, urban birds often sing at higher pitches to be heard above traffic noise. Some mammals change their activity patterns from daytime to nighttime to avoid interacting with humans. These adaptations show that wildlife is more flexible than previously believed.

However, the presence of wildlife in cities is not without challenges. Animals risk eating harmful waste, getting trapped in buildings, or being injured by vehicles. To reduce these conflicts, several cities worldwide have introduced urban wildlife management programs that include public education, habitat protection, and safe waste disposal systems.

Questions

1. Multiple Choice

1. What is one reason urban birds sing at higher pitches?
   A. To communicate with other species
   B. To compete with other birds
   C. To be heard above traffic
   D. To attract more mates
2. What do some mammals do to avoid humans?
   A. Change their diet
   B. Become nocturnal
   C. Move to rural areas
   D. Build safer nests

2. True / False / Not Given

1. Some animals depend on food waste from humans.
2. All wild animals struggle to survive in cities.
3. Some cities educate the public about wildlife.

3. Summary Completion

Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the passage.

Urban wildlife often changes its behavior when living near humans. Birds adjust their song to a higher (6) ______, while some mammals switch to being active at (7) ______ to avoid human contact.

Answers Passage 1

1. C
2. B
3. True
4. False
5. True
6. pitch
7. night / nighttime

📘 PASSAGE 2 – The History of Paper Money

Level: IELTS Academic/GT Mixed (Band 7.0)

Paper money was first developed in China during the Tang Dynasty (7th century) but became widely used in the Song Dynasty. Originally, merchants created promissory notes to avoid carrying heavy metal coins during long-distance trade. Over time, the government saw the advantage and began producing official banknotes.

In Europe, paper money appeared much later, around the 17th century, when goldsmiths started issuing receipts for deposited gold. These receipts eventually functioned as money. Although paper money made trade easier, early systems were unstable. Some governments printed too much money, causing inflation and public distrust.

Modern banknotes now use advanced security features such as holograms, special inks, and watermarks. Despite the rise of digital payments, cash remains important in many regions, especially where internet access is limited.

Questions

4. Matching Information

Match the statements (A–D) with paragraphs (1–3):

1. Early problems caused by printing too much money
   B. The earliest inventors of paper money
   C. Modern features added for safety
   D. European development of banknotes

2. True / False / Not Given

1. Merchants used paper notes to protect themselves from theft.
2. Digital payments have completely replaced cash.
3. European paper money was inspired by Chinese banknotes.

6. Table Completion

Complete the table below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.

Region	Reason for Early Use of Paper Money
China	To avoid carrying (8) ______ ______
Europe	Used as receipts for deposited (9) ______

Answers Passage 2

Matching:
1 → B
2 → A
3 → C

True/False/NG:
5. True
6. False
7. Not Given

Table:
8. heavy coins
9. gold

📘 PASSAGE 3 – Renewable Energy Expansion

Level: IELTS Academic (Band 7–7.5)

Many countries are accelerating their shift to renewable energy. Solar, wind, and hydropower have become increasingly affordable as technology improves. Solar panels, for example, now cost 80% less than they did a decade ago. Meanwhile, large-scale wind farms generate electricity at prices competitive with fossil fuels.

One major challenge, however, is energy storage. Since sunlight and wind are not constant, countries must develop efficient batteries to store excess energy. Scientists are currently experimenting with new materials that could make storage cheaper and more reliable.

Governments are also encouraging the adoption of clean energy by offering tax incentives and funding research. Some cities even require new buildings to install solar panels. These policies show a global commitment to reducing carbon emissions and slowing climate change.

 

Questions

7. Multiple Choice

1. What has greatly reduced the cost of solar power?
   A. Government subsidies
   B. Technological improvements
   C. Increased competition
   D. Declining electricity demand
2. What is one current limitation of renewable energy?
   A. High carbon emissions
   B. Unstable electricity companies
   C. Inconsistent availability
   D. Lack of global interest

8. Flow Chart Completion

Complete the flow chart using NO MORE THAN ONE WORD.

Problem: Sunlight and wind are not constant
↓
Solution Needed: Efficient energy (12) ______
↓
Researchers are testing: New battery (13) ______

9. True / False / Not Given

1. Some cities require new buildings to use solar energy.
2. Renewable energy is now more expensive than fossil fuels.

Answers Passage 3

1. B
2. C
3. storage
4. materials
5. True
6. False

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