Read the following passage about Global Challenges Requiring Diverse Solutions and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.
Climate change affects everyone on our planet, but different communities experience its impacts in unique ways. (18)_________. This traditional wisdom, which connects deeply with nature, can help us find better solutions to environmental problems. If we had started addressing climate change earlier, many environmental disasters could have been prevented. The effects of global warming are now visible in many regions around the world, from melting ice caps to increasing droughts and floods. These changes threaten not only ecosystems but also cultural practices tied to specific environments. Many coastal communities (19)_________, and ancient cultural sites are being damaged by extreme weather events. When diverse communities work together, sharing their unique perspectives and knowledge, innovative climate solutions emerge. Different cultural approaches to agriculture, water conservation, and energy use can inspire new ways of thinking about sustainability. Climate solutions must be culturally appropriate; (20)_________. By combining traditional wisdom with modern science, we create more effective strategies for addressing climate challenges. Communities around the world are already implementing these multicultural approaches, demonstrating (21)_________. People want immediate action on climate change; however, governments often move slowly on environmental policies. Scientists study climate patterns and develop new technologies, (22)_________. The path forward requires collaboration across cultures, disciplines, and borders. Only through inclusive dialogue and shared responsibility can we build a sustainable future that honors both human diversity and our common home.
