You are going to read three extracts which are all concerned in some way with scientific research. For questions 1 – 6, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.
YOUNG ENVIRONMENTAL JOURNALIST COMPETITION
HOW TO ENTER:
If you’re aged 16-25, we’re looking for original articles of 1,000 words (or less) with an environmental or conservation theme. The closing date for entries is 30 December 2006.
Your article should show proof of investigative research, rather than relying solely on information from the internet and phone interviews. You don’t have to go far; a report on pollution in a local stream would be as valid as a piece about the remotest rainforest.
Your article should show you are passionate and knowledgeable about environmental issues. It should also be objective and accurate, while being creative enough to hold the reader’s interest. We are not looking for ‘think pieces’ or opinion columns.
Your aim should be to advance understanding and awareness of environmental issues. You should be able to convey complex ideas to readers of this general interest magazine in an engaging and authoritative manner.
Facts or information contained in shortlisted articles will be checked.
Read the rules carefully.
1. Before entering for the competition, young people must have
conducted some relevant research in their local area.
gained a qualification in environmental research.
uncovered some of the evidence in their research themselves.
consulted a number of specialists on the subject under research.