Parts 1 and 2

Match a clause or a phrase with the main part of the sentence. Write the appropriate letter in each blank.

a. Although water covers much of the earth,
b. so that they can control water use
c. consequently, the atmosphere there absorbs the most solar energy
d. Despite technological advances,
e. Instead of importing water,
f. While some countries rely on water conservation,

1		During droughts, governments often set monthly limits .
2		very little is usable.
3		removing salt from ocean water is still very expensive.
4		The equator is the part of the earth closest to the sun; .
5		others find ways to increase the water supply.
6		some Middle Eastern countries are importing icebergs from the Arctic.