Comprehension Passage

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Read the passage below and answer questions that follow

Kenya's wildlife is one of its greatest treasures. The country is home to some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, from the savannahs of the Maasai Mara to the forests of Mount Kenya. Every year, millions of tourists visit Kenya to witness the Great Migration, where over a million wildebeest cross the Mara River.

However, wildlife in Kenya faces many threats. Poaching remains a serious concern, especially for elephants and rhinoceroses. Despite strict laws and dedicated rangers, illegal hunting continues to endanger these magnificent animals. Habitat loss due to expanding farmland and settlements also reduces the space available for wildlife.

The Kenyan government and various conservation organisations have taken significant steps to protect wildlife. National parks and game reserves cover about eight percent of the country's land area. Community conservancies allow local people to benefit from wildlife tourism while protecting natural habitats.

Education plays a vital role in conservation. Schools near wildlife areas teach children about the importance of protecting animals and their habitats. Many young Kenyans have become passionate advocates for wildlife conservation, understanding that these natural resources must be preserved for future generations.

  1. Question 1

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    According to the passage, tourists visit Kenya mainly to

    A. climb Mount Kenya

    B. see the Great Migration

    C. visit Kenyan schools

    D. study farming methods

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    B

  2. Question 2

    1 mark

    The word 'magnificent' as used in the passage means

    A. very small

    B. extremely dangerous

    C. impressively beautiful

    D. commonly found

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  3. Question 3

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    Which of the following is a threat to wildlife in Kenya?

    A. Too many national parks

    B. Community conservancies

    C. Loss of natural habitat

    D. Wildlife education in schools

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  4. Question 4

    1 mark

    From the passage, we can conclude that

    A. poaching has been completely stopped

    B. conservation requires both government and community effort

    C. tourists are harmful to wildlife

    D. all wildlife lives in national parks

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  5. Question 5

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    The best title for this passage would be

    A. How to become a ranger

    B. Tourism in Africa

    C. Kenya's wildlife: treasures and challenges

    D. The Great Migration explained

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