Question

1a Word Formation
6
** Read the text and complete the gaps with the
correct words derived from the words in bold.
The steppe is one of Kazakhstan's most
1)
... landscapes. This RECOGNISE
ocean of 2)
grass covers GOLD
a third, or almost 804,500 square
kilometres, of Kazakhstan. There is no
shelter on the steppe and strong northern
winds and temperatures between -35°C
and 35°C make this a harsh environment.
Despite the climate, the steppe is full of
natural resources and materials that can
make 3)
products. AGRICULTURE
These include coal, zinc, lead and food.
The steppe can provide everything for
Kazakhstan's cities.
The steppe is also a habitat for unique
species, such as the 4)
DANGER
Saiga antelope. What's more, the winds of
POLLUTE
the steppe clear away the 5)
in the cities.
The steppe is the birthplace of Kazakh
culture. The difficulties Kazakh people face
in trying to adapt to its environment have
given them a deep respect for nature. But,
even though they face the challenge of
IMPORTANT
climate change, the 6)
of the steppe continues to
inspire Kazakhs.​