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All for animals
It’s no secret that many animals around the world, from pets to wildlife and ocean creatures, are at risk. Fortunately, many groups are created to help animals of every size and shape. Most of these groups are looking for volunteers and supporters.
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Organizations
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Description
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Date of founding
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The website
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The Performing Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
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It provides safe places for animals used in circuses or animal shows. Their rescued animals, including elephants, tigers, and bears, live in natural environments. The animals are never tied or forced to behave in certain ways. You can help PAWS by giving money, especially to their Adopt an Animal program.
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In 1984
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www.pawsweb.org
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World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
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It protects wild animals from extinction. It is especially concerned with climate and scenery changes and the effect on wildlife. They work at every level from people to governments. Interested in helping out? You can adopt an animal.
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In 1961
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www.worldlife.org
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Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC)
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It has been working to make sure that sea turtles survive in the Caribbean, Atlantic, and Pacific. They educate people about sea turtles and their living places. Turtles are ancient creatures and can tell the health of the world’s coastal ecosystems. You can see turtles up close and watch live turtles be set free.
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In 1959
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conserveturtles.org/get-involved-sea-turtle-conservation/
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American Cetacean Society (ACS)
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It is recognized as the world’s first whale protection group. They provide reliable scientific information and research. They also educate people about whales and work to protect these animals and their living places. They have a National Student Coalition, from which students can use the information to educate others on topics like environment-friendly seafood and the problem of plastic waste in the oceans.
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In 1967
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www.acsonline.org/campaigns
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21. Which organization will you choose if you want to save animals in some shows?
A. PAWS B. WWF C. STC D. ACS
22. What animal does the organization founded in 1959 protect?
A. Bears B. Whales C. Elephants D. Sea turtles
23. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To encourage people to contribute. B. To show how to protect sea animals.
C. To tell people how to adopt animals. D. To praise some animal groups’ activities.
