ACT Success - Reading Comprehension Practice #1
Question 1
challenges associated with oil trade and its impact on global markets.
importance of sand in construction and technology and the consequences of its demand.
evolution of electronics and the materials involved in their production.
benefits of alternative building materials over traditional resources.
Question 2
unnecessary.
replaceable.
essential.
trivial.
Question 3
highlight the historical uses of sand in ancient civilizations.
emphasize the significance of sand in modern construction.
compare the uses of sand in different industries.
detail the chemical properties of sand.
Question 4
enormous.
reluctant.
moderate.
insatiable.
Question 5
diplomatic tensions with neighboring countries.
decreased rates of urban expansion.
halted construction projects.
improved local resource management.
Question 6
the environmental impact of coal mining.
the unexpected economic significance of sand.
the rising costs of oil and their effects on global trade.
the development of renewable energy sources.
Question 7
provide examples of regions heavily affected by sand shortages.
illustrate the scope of sand's global impact on the environment.
argue against the use of sand in technology.
compare sand extraction techniques.
Question 8
a decrease in the total number of construction projects worldwide.
innovation in finding alternative materials to natural sand.
a surplus of high-quality construction-grade sand.
improved relationships between sand-exporting and sand-importing countries.
Question 9
reducing global construction demands.
developing new policies for sand mining.
finding sustainable alternatives to natural sand.
increasing the efficiency of silicon chip manufacturing.
Question 10
countries in North America.
housing prices and urban expansion.
the cost of electronics.
the production of pharmaceuticals.
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