Earth Day reading for detail (dee…: English ESL worksheets pdf & doc - Free Printable

Let’s go step by step to solve each part of the Earth Day worksheet.

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1) Label the pictures with words from the text.

We look at the images and match them to words mentioned in the reading:

- First image: A barrel leaking black liquid → oil
- Second image: A blue flame → natural gas (or just “gas” — but text says “natural gas”)
- Third image: Water drops → water
- Fourth image: Wind symbol → air (wind is moving air; text mentions “air” as renewable resource)
- Fifth image: Black rock → coal
- Sixth image: Smiling sun → sun

✔ So, labels are:
1. oil
2. natural gas
3. water
4. air
5. coal
6. sun

*(Note: The text lists “oil, coal and natural gas” together, so we use those exact terms where possible.)*

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2) Classify these natural resources in the following table.

From the text:

> “These resources are non-renewable... like oil, coal and natural gas.”
> “Moreover, we are polluting the renewable resources like air and water.”
> Also: “rely on the renewable resources like the sun, water and air”

So:

Renewable natural resources:
- sun
- water
- air

Non-renewable natural resources:
- oil
- coal
- natural gas

*(We list them clearly under each column.)*

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3) Say if the following statements are true or false and justify with details from the text.

a) *When oil, coal and gas finish we can find more.*
→ False
Justification: The text says, “These resources are non-renewable. When they are used up there would be no more.”

b) *Water, air and sun can be sources of energy.*
→ True
Justification: The text says, “We should also rely on the renewable resources like the sun, water and air to produce energy.”

c) *It everyone’s responsibility to protect the environment.*
→ True
Justification: The text says, “Everybody should try to protect the environment not only for ourselves but also for the next generations.”

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4) What are the possible solutions suggested by the writer to solve the environmental problems?

From the text:

- Practice the three Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
- Reduce use of non-renewable resources
- Reuse things that can be used again
- Recycle waste
- Rely on renewable resources (sun, water, air) to produce energy
- Plant more trees

We write this in a clear sentence or bullet points.

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5) “We should plant more trees” How are trees important in cleaning our environment?

The text doesn’t directly say HOW trees clean the environment — it just says we should plant more. But since this is based on general knowledge + context of Earth Day, we can infer:

Trees help clean the air by taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. They also prevent soil erosion and provide habitats for animals. Since the topic is about protecting the environment, we focus on their role in cleaning air and supporting life.

But wait — let’s check: does the text give any clue? It says “plant more and more trees” right after talking about using renewable resources and recycling. So while it doesn’t explain why, we can reasonably say:

→ Trees absorb pollution and release clean oxygen, helping to purify the air.

*(This is common knowledge expected at this level.)*

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Now, compiling all answers neatly for the student.

Final Answer:

1) Labels:
- oil
- natural gas
- water
- air
- coal
- sun

2) Table:
Renewable natural resources: sun, water, air
Non-renewable natural resources: oil, coal, natural gas

3) True/False:
a) False – because the text says non-renewable resources will be gone forever when used up.
b) True – because the text says we can use sun, water, and air to produce energy.
c) True – because the text says everybody should protect the environment for future generations.

4) Solutions:
- Reduce, reuse, recycle
- Use less non-renewable resources
- Use renewable resources like sun, water, and air for energy
- Plant more trees

5) Trees are important because they clean the air by absorbing harmful gases and releasing oxygen, which helps keep our environment healthy.