Олимпиадные задания. 11 класс.

 

I. Insert the right articles in the gaps below. Write “—” when no article is needed.

The Rise of Eco-Tourism

In 1) _______ face of accelerating climate change, 2) _______ travel industry is undergoing a massive transformation. 3) _______ eco-tourism, once considered 4) _______ niche market, has now moved into 5) _______ mainstream.

Modern travelers are increasingly aware of 6) _______ ecological footprint they leave behind. Choosing 7) _______ sustainable accommodation and supporting 8) _______ local economies have become top priorities. However, critics point out that some travel agencies engage in 9) _______ "greenwashing" — pretending to be eco-friendly just to boost 10) _______ sales. It takes 11) _______ discerning eye to tell the difference between genuine sustainability and 12) _______ mere marketing ploy.

II. Insert the right preposition if necessary in the sentences below.

The Psychological Impact of Social Media

Psychologists have long been investigating the link 13) _______ heavy social media use and mental health issues. Recent studies suggest that teenagers who spend hours online are more prone 14) _______ anxiety and depression. Many of them inadvertently fall prey 15) _______ the "illusion of perfection" created by influencers. This constant comparison can easily result 16) _______ low self-esteem. Furthermore, being bombarded with information 17) _______ a daily basis often deprives young people 18) _______ high-quality sleep. While it is unfair to blame technology 19) _______ all modern psychological struggles, it undoubtedly plays a role. Parents and educators are urged to intervene 20) _______ behalf of vulnerable teens and encourage them to unplug 21) _______ digital devices, even if only 22) _______ short intervals.

Keys:

I (Articles): 1) the, 2) the, 3) —, 4) a, 5) the, 6) the, 7) —, 8) —, 9) —, 10) —, 11) a, 12) a

     II (Prepositions): 13) between, 14) to, 15) to, 16) in, 17) on, 18) of, 19) for, 20) on, 21) from, 22) for