01 B - Conversation and Reading - Level 01 B - Endangered Species

Endangered Species: The Race to Save Our Planet's Most Vulnerable
Creatures
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Our world is changing, and many creatures are paying the price. Here are the species
most at risk of extinction, along with their native habitats:
1. Koala
Native to Australia, koalas are vulnerable due to habitat loss and climate
change. The Australian Koala Foundation reported in 2019 that they may be
"functionally extinct," although this is debated.
2. Saola
Also known as the "Asian unicorn," the Saola is native to the Annamite
Mountains along the border of Vietnam and Laos. Its habitat is threatened,
and there may be as few as a few dozen left in the wild.
3. Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are found in oceans worldwide, but species like the hawksbill turtle
are critically endangered, particularly in regions such as the Caribbean, Indo-
Pacific, and East African coasts.
4. Gorillas
Eastern gorillas are native to the tropical forests of Central Africa, including
countries like Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Cross-
river gorillas are found along the Nigeria-Cameroon border.
5. Pangolin
Pangolins are found across Asia and Africa, with different species native to
countries like China, Vietnam, and the Philippines in Asia, and Nigeria, Ghana,
and South Africa in Africa.
6. Vaquita
The vaquita is native to the Gulf of California in Mexico. This small marine
mammal is critically endangered, with fewer than 10 individuals left due to
illegal gill net fishing.
7. Sumatran Elephant
Native to the island of Sumatra in Indonesia, the Sumatran elephant is critically
endangered due to habitat loss, with two-thirds of its habitat destroyed in the
past 25 years.
8. Black Rhinoceros
Black rhinos are found in Eastern and Southern Africa, particularly in countries
like Kenya, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. Poaching for their horns has made
them critically endangered.
9. Sumatran Orangutan
Native to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia, the Sumatran orangutan is critically
endangered due to deforestation, largely driven by the palm oil industry.
10. Amur Leopard
The Amur leopard is native to the temperate forests of Eastern Russia and
Northeastern China. With only 60 to 100 individuals left, the species is one of
the most endangered big cats in the world.
Vocabulary quizzes based on the text:
1. Fill in the Blanks
Complete the sentences using the words from the box.
Words: extinction, habitat, endangered, poaching, wildlife
 The koala is vulnerable to __________ due to habitat loss.

 Many species face the threat of __________ because of human activities.
 Illegal __________ is one of the main reasons rhinos are critically endangered.
 Protecting the natural __________ of animals is essential for their survival.
 __________ includes all animals living in their natural environments.
2. Matching
Match the word to its correct definition.
Word Definition
1. Endangered A. Illegal hunting of animals
2. Habitat B. A species in danger of extinction
3. Poaching C. The natural home of an animal
4. Marine D. Animals that live in the ocean
5. Conservation E. Protecting animals and nature
3. Multiple Choice
Choose the correct answer.
1. The vaquita is found in:

o a) Africa
o b) Mexico
o c) Australia
2. Poaching is:
o a) Protecting animals
o b) Illegal hunting of animals
o c) Planting trees
3. What is one reason sea turtles are endangered?
o a) Air pollution
o b) Habitat destruction
o c) Overfishing
4. The Amur leopard lives in:
o a) Russia and China
o b) Australia and New Zealand
o c) Africa and South America
4. True or False
Decide whether the statements are true or false.
1. Gorillas are critically endangered because of habitat destruction.

2. The Sumatran orangutan is found in Africa.
3. Pangolins are the most trafficked mammal in the world.
4. Sumatran elephant is no longer critically endangered due to habitat loss.
Answer the Questions:
1. Where are koalas originally from?

2. What nickname is the Saola known by?
3. How many species of sea turtles are there?
4. Where can you find Eastern gorillas?
5. Why are pangolins often hunted?
6. How many vaquitas are left in the wild?
7. Which country is home to the Sumatran elephant?
8. What part of the world are black rhinoceroses from?
9. What industry threatens the Sumatran orangutan?
10. Where do Amur leopards live?
Endangered Species
1. Why is it important to protect endangered species?

2. What are some of the main threats to endangered species?
3. How can we help in the conservation of endangered species?
4. Should zoos play a role in protecting endangered species? Why or why not?
5. What are some successful examples of species that have been saved from
extinction?
6. Should governments do more to protect endangered animals?
7. What can schools do to teach students about saving endangered species?
8. How can people help protect marine life from pollution?
9. Should people stop using products that harm animal habitats, like palm oil?
10. Should hunting of endangered animals be completely banned worldwide?
11. Is it better to protect animals by creating more national parks and reserves?
12. What role should zoos play in protecting endangered species?
13. How can communities work together to protect local wildlife?
14. Should fishing companies be more responsible for protecting sea creatures like
turtles and whales?
15. How can we balance human needs with protecting wildlife and the
environment?

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Endangered Species: The Race to Save Our Planet's Most Vulnerable

1. Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences using the words from the box.

Words: extinction, habitat, endangered, poaching, wildlife

 The koala is vulnerable to __________ due to habitat loss.

Match the word to its correct definition.

Choose the correct answer.

1. The vaquita is found in:

Decide whether the statements are true or false.

1. Gorillas are critically endangered because of habitat destruction.

Answer the Questions:

1. Where are koalas originally from?

1. Why is it important to protect endangered species?

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