Efforts to Save the Great Barrier Reef — Passage
Many people are working hard to save the Great Barrier Reef from climate change. Scientists are studying the reef to understand how it's changing and what can be done to help. Some are even growing corals in special underwater nurseries to help rebuild damaged areas. The Australian government has created a plan called the Reef 2050 Plan to protect and manage the reef. This includes reducing pollution that runs into the ocean and controlling the crown-of-thorns starfish, which eats corals. People are also working to fight climate change by using less energy and switching to clean energy sources like solar and wind power. Everyone can help by making small changes, like using less plastic and choosing seafood that's caught in ways that don't harm the reef. Saving the Great Barrier Reef is a big job, but with everyone's help, we can make a difference.
What are scientists doing to help rebuild damaged areas of the reef?
Planting trees on the coastGrowing corals in underwater nurseriesBuilding artificial islandsIntroducing new species of fishWhat is the name of the Australian government's plan to protect the reef?
Reef Protection ActSave Our Seas PlanReef 2050 PlanGreat Barrier ReliefWhat is one way the plan aims to protect the reef?
By building a wall around the reefBy reducing pollution that runs into the oceanBy stopping all fishing in the areaBy covering the reef with a giant tarpWhat animal that eats corals are they trying to control?
SharksSea turtlesCrown-of-thorns starfishGiant clamsHow can using clean energy sources help the reef?
It doesn't help the reefIt makes the water cleanerIt fights climate change, which harms the reefIt provides food for the fishAccording to the passage, how can individuals help save the reef?
By never visiting the reefBy using less plastic and choosing sustainable seafoodBy feeding the fishBy taking coral home as souvenirsCommon core standards covered
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