a. Tom: I heard the Pine Valley trail is beautiful this time of year. Want to check it out?

b. Mia: Hey Tom, do you have any plans for the weekend?

c. Mia: Absolutely! What time do you want to leave?

d. Tom: Not yet! I was thinking about going hiking. What do you think?

e. Mia: That sounds fun! Do you have a specific trail in mind?

When coal, wood, and other solid fuels are used for cooking or heating, they release a significant (7) ______ of black carbon and other harmful pollutants.

Where in paragraph 1 does the following part best fit?

enabling advancements that improve our daily lives

The word ‘prime’ in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ______.

Dear Michael,

a. I’m really looking forward to your response and to hearing more about the project.

b. By the way, I want to ask if you could share more details about the schedule.

c. I appreciate all the information you’ve sent me regarding the upcoming event.

d. It was a pleasure meeting you last week and discussing our collaboration.

e. That would help me plan my part of the work and ensure everything is on track.

Best wishes,

Peter

a. Recycling is one of the most effective ways, as it transforms plastic waste into new products and reduces the need for new plastic production.

b. Finally, educating people about the impact of plastic waste can encourage more responsible disposal habits and reduce overall plastic usage.

c.  Another solution is to use biodegradable alternatives to plastics, which break down faster and have less impact on the environment.

d. Reducing plastic waste requires a variety of approaches to be successful.

e. Additionally, governments can implement policies to limit single-use plastics and promote reusable items in daily life.