V. Read the passage. Decide if the statements are
Nothing on earth is more majestic than a tall, spreading tree. Trees are our friends in our fight
for a healthier planet. This is how they help us. First, trees are the Earth's lungs. They remove
pollutants from the air and significantly improve air quality. Research shows that with billions of
trees, we could remove two-thirds of all the carbon dioxide created by human activities. Second,
trees reduce the run off of rainwater, so they can reduce flooding. Moreover, if you enjoy sitting in
the shade of a tree in the summer, you know that trees can also lower air temperatures too. Trees
growing beside a home can cool the roof and the air around the house. Therefore, it reduces air
conditioning costs. And don't forget that trees create habitats for many species of plants and
animals. If you want to plant trees to help save the planet, there are simple ways to get started.
Plant trees around your house. If enough people did that, it would make a big difference.
1. Trees help remove pollutants from water.
2. Trees help remove carbon dioxide from the air.
3. There is less flooding thanks to trees.
4. You pay more for air conditioning if you plant trees.
5. If everybody plants trees around their homes, it will improve the planet.
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