IV. Complete each sentence with the correct preposition.
1. Ecosystems __________________ a lot of biodiversity are generally stronger and more resistant to disaster than those with fewer species.
2. The horse is not native __________________ America - it was introduced by the Spanish.
3. The region is rich __________________ mineral and coal deposits.
4. Water is essential __________________ living things.
5. That rainforest has been home __________________ many endangered species.
6. When the biodiversity of an ecosystem is interrupted or destroyed, the economic impact __________________ the local community could be enormous.
7. Scientists have studied only a small percentage of rainforest species their search __________________ cures.
8. The house is surrounded __________________ trees, so it’s not overlooked at all.
9. Rhinos, tigers, elephants, lions are __________________ the list of endangered species.
10. The man was described __________________ tall and dark, and aged about 20.