Directions: Read the paragraph below and answer the questions that follow.
'White-sanding' along Manila Bay will not make it cleaner,DENR reminded

Read the sentence below. What does the BOLD word mean? Dumping white sand in Manila Bay would contribute nothing to its REHABILITATION.

A. destruction
B. restoration
C. construction
D. modernization

Which phrase does not describe Manila Bay in paragraph 2?

A. has stunning sunset views
B. has scattered garbage
C. has murky waters
D. has fine white sand

What is the objective of the government with Manila Bay?

A. The government wants to make it into a more abundant fishing grounds.
B. The government wants to make it more beautiful by adding white sand to its shores.
C. The government wants to make it exclusive and private.
D. The government wants to grow mangrove forest in it.

What kind of surrounding ecosystem would be damaged if the bay will be dumped with sand?

A. marine ecosystem
B. rainforest ecosystem
C. farm ecosystem
D. pond ecosystem

Which is not among the groups mentioned in the text that opposes the dumping of white sand in Manila Bay?

A. People’s Network for the Environment
B. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
C. PAMALAKAYA
D. Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

What does the DENR and other environmental groups say about the rehabilitation project of Manila Bay?

A. It will only cost a lot of money.
B. It will be of great help in restoring the ecosystem in Manila Bay.
C. It will cause more harm in the marine ecosystem and community of the surrounding area.
D. It will add up to the beautiful tourist destinations in Manila as it will be like Boracay when the project ends.

Below are reasons cited by environmental groups that are not in favor of the project. Which is not included in the given article?

A. Improper sand dumping at the bay walk can result into its topping over Manila’s built infrastructure because the area is prone to coastal flooding.
B. The move to fill the 500-meter stretch with white sand would crush the dolomite boulders.
C. It can also result in siltation and degradation of the adjoining marine conservation areas.
D. Aesthetic rehabilitation of the Manila Bay will be a waste of the taxpayers’ money.

If you could add to the list of reasons given by the environmental groups in going against the project, which would be the best statement below?

A. The white sand will only be carried away by the waves and get mixed up with the black sand which is the natural element of that part of Manila Bay.
B. The source of the white will be damaged as it loses much of its sand.
C. Both a and b
D. A only

What is the main purpose of the article?

A. To entertain the readers about a new upcoming tourist spot
B. To inform the people about the government’s plan with the iconic bay.
C. To explain why the rehabilitation is not beneficial to the environment itself
D. To persuade the government in stopping the project.

How does the article convey its message to the readers?

A. by citing or enumerating reasons why the rehabilitation project is less helpful
B. by presenting examples of situations
C. by stating problems and offering solutions
D. by describing the place and the problems it is facing​