Academic Collocations on Environment Practice Worksheet
Environmental Collocations – Practice Worksheet
Academic Writing & Speaking
Part A: Matching Exercise – Collocation to Meaning
Instructions: Match the collocation in Column A with its most accurate definition in Column B. Write the correct letter (A–O) next to each number.
Column A – Collocation Column B – Meaning
1. Reduce carbon footprint | A. Take action to slow or reverse global warming |
2. Promote ecological balance | B. Use nature-friendly methods that conserve resources |
3. Overexploit natural resources | C. Use energy from sources like sun or wind |
4. Protect endangered species | D. Use more of natural materials than can be replenished |
5. Shift to clean energy | E. Prevent extinction of animals or plants at risk |
6. Mitigate the effects of climate change| F. Reduce personal or organizational greenhouse gas emissions |
7. Raise environmental awareness | G. Reduce human impact through better knowledge and behavior |
8. Adopt sustainable practices | H. Ensure ecosystems function harmoniously |
9. Enforce environmental regulations | I. Make sure environmental laws are followed |
10. Preserve biodiversity | J. Keep a variety of living species and ecosystems safe |
Part B: Gap-Fill Exercise – Use the Collocations in Context
Instructions: Fill in the blanks using the correct collocation from the box below. Change the form where necessary (e.g., verb tense or plural).
Word Bank:
reduce greenhouse gas emissions – adopt sustainable practices – raise environmental awareness – combat climate change – protect endangered species – overexploit natural resources – renewable energy sources – shift to clean energy – preserve biodiversity – mitigate the effects of climate change
1. Governments around the world are investing heavily in _________________________ to replace fossil fuels.
2. One of the key objectives of environmental campaigns is to _________________________ among young people.
3. Forest fires and rising sea levels highlight the need to _________________________ urgently.
4. Industrialized nations must take more responsibility and _________________________ immediately.
5. Many corporations are now trying to _________________________, such as reducing plastic usage and recycling waste.
6. National parks have been created to _________________________ that are on the brink of extinction.
7. Overfishing and illegal mining are examples of how humans _________________________.
8. The UN has launched several initiatives to _________________________ through conservation and education.
9. Installing solar panels helps individuals _________________________ while cutting energy costs.
10. Coastal cities must invest in infrastructure to _________________________, such as building sea walls and restoring wetlands.