Choose the word which is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in each of the following questions. 15. The number of amphibians on our planet is declining rapidly in both local mass extinction and population crashes. A. reservation B. protection C. threat D. disappearance Indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions. 16. Dinosaurs were unable to survive severe ice age weather conditions. A. remain alive В. рersist C. get through D. lose their lives