This engaging reading comprehension resource explores the issue of water pollution through an informative passage, The River That Could No Longer Breathe. Students investigate how human activities can damage rivers and ecosystems, while examining the impacts of pollution on wildlife, communities, and the environment.

The resource includes a reading passage followed by comprehension, vocabulary, critical thinking, and extended writing tasks designed to develop literacy and geographical understanding.

Topics covered:
• Water pollution
• Human impacts on the environment
• Ecosystems
• Environmental responsibility
• Sustainable development
• Conservation
• Pollution and public health

Question types include:
• Multiple-choice questions
• Vocabulary in context
• Opinion writing
• Real-world research task
• Reflection and evaluation

Students will explore the causes and consequences of water pollution, consider who is responsible for protecting natural resources, and make connections between the text and real-world environmental issues. The resource encourages critical thinking while developing reading comprehension and written communication skills.

This resource is ideal for KS3 Geography, Environmental Studies, Social Studies, ESL learners, and cross-curricular literacy activities.

Suitable for Year 7–9 / KS3.

Pages: 3

Format: Reading passage with comprehension questions, vocabulary tasks, opinion writing, and reflection activities.