[IELTS Reading] – Green roofs

Questions 1-5

Which paragraph (A-E) contains the following information?
NB You may choose any letter more than once.

1. mention of several challenges to be overcome before a green roof can be installed

2. reference to a city where green roofs have been promoted for many years

3. a belief that existing green roofs should be used as a model for new ones

4. examples of how green roofs can work in combination with other green urban initiatives

5. the need to make a persuasive argument for the financial benefits of green roofs

Questions 6-9

Complete the summary. Write ONE WORD ONLY from the text in each gap.

Advantages of green roofs

City rooftops covered with greenery have many advantages. These include lessening the likelihood that floods will occur, reducing how much money is spent on (6) and creating environments that are suitable for wildlife. In many cases, they can also be used for producing (7) .

There are also social benefits of green roofs. For example, the medical profession recommends (8) as an activity to help people cope with mental health issues. Studies have also shown that the availability of green spaces can prevent physical problems such as (9) .

Questions 10-13

Choose TWO correct answers.

10-11

Which TWO advantages of using newer buildings for green roofs are mentioned in Paragraph C of the passage?

a longer growing season for edible produce

more economical use of water

greater water-storage capacity

ability to cultivate more plant types

a large surface area for growing plants

12-13

Which TWO aims of new variations on the concept of green roofs are mentioned in Paragraph E of the passage?

to provide habitats for a wide range of species

to grow plants successfully even in the wettest climates

to regulate the temperature of the immediate environment

to generate power from a sustainable source

to collect water to supply other buildings

[IELTS Reading] – Green roofs

Advantages of green roofs

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