Questions 9 to 15 are based on the following passage. Choose the best answer to fill in each
blank.
Malaysia is currently experiencing a dry spell. Thus, the public_9 __ advised not
to carry out any open burning activities. It is important to note that any activities of open
burning will pollute the air and may trigger wildfire, _10__ during the current hot and
mn, Air pollution can irritate eyes and lungs and cause complications, in
suffering __11_ respiratory conditions.
In order to reduce open burning, we need to opt for other ways of __12_ waste.
We are encouraged to make compost in which leaves and grass can be __13____ nutrients
for the garden or houseplants.
The issue of open buming needs to be addressed seriously. Therefore, __14
legal action needs to be taken against those carrying out open burning. Based on the current
law, open buming is not allowed on any premises. The relevant enforcement agencies
1 constantly advise the public not to conduct open burning in order to avoid any
disaster. This helps to lessen open burning activities.
9 A is 13. A tured on
Bare B tumed up
c was c turned out.
D were D turned into
10 A definitely 140A firm
B gradually BO stiff.
C especially Cc rigid
D constantly D harsh
uA to 1s A will
B by Bo omay
Cc with Cc could
D from D should
12 A managing
B managed
C manages
D manage