1. Read the text and write the words into each gap. Crocodiles did look (1) with their big jaws and lots of teeth.
There are (2) spiders in Australia: red spiders, green spiders, yellow spiders, white spiders and also the ordinary brown and black spiders.
There are lots of animals such as the kangaroos. They are (3) animals.
The koalas don't have very much energy as you can imagine because they eat only (4) all day and thats why they are very quiet and look (5) .
Transcript:
There are many dangerous animals in Australia like the crocodile for example. When I was in Australia I saw many crocodiles when I was in the north and they did look very scary with their big jaws and lots of teeth. It was quite scary. We saw them from a boat, so I felt quite safe.
Another animal that exists in Australia is the spider. There are lots of different kinds of spider, and lots of different colors. While I was there I saw red spiders, green spiders, yellow spiders, white spiders and also the ordinary brown and black spiders. They were very colorful in Australia.
So there are lots of dangerous animals, but the ones I prefer are the cute animals, like the kangaroo. You see Kangaroos all over Australia. There are many, many kangaroos, almost everywhere you go, except for the cities of course. You can see big kangaroos, called red kangaroos, and they are very tall, taller than a person and brown kangaroos and grey kangaroos and then quite small kangaroos which might be brown with black legs for example. They're very cute.
My favorite Australian animal, though, is the koala. The koala only eats leaves from the eucalyptus tree. That's all the koala eats all day, so it doesn't have very much energy as you can imagine because it only eats leaves, so most of the time, if you see a koala, they are very quiet and they look a bit lazy, but I think they're really, really cute and one time when I was in Australia I had the chance to hold a koala, so that was a great experience for me and the koala feels quite soft but its hair is quite hard at the same time but my little koala was really, really cute.
Task 2. Answer the questions
What things do you think about when you hear the word nature'?
How important is nature to you? Why?
What is the most beautiful thing in nature? Why?
How does being in nature make you feel? Why?
What bad things are people doing to nature?
What is nature?
What would life be like without nature?
How important is nature in your culture?
Are there any bad things about nature?
What three things can you do today to help nature?
2. The word that goes into the second gap is "spiders". We can determine this from the sentence "There are lots of different kinds of spider, and lots of different colors."
3. The word that goes into the third gap is "marsupial". We can determine this from the sentence "There are many, many kangaroos, almost everywhere you go, except for the cities of course. You can see big kangaroos, called red kangaroos, and they are very tall, taller than a person and brown kangaroos and grey kangaroos and then quite small kangaroos which might be brown with black legs for example." The author is describing kangaroos as marsupials.
4. The word that goes into the fourth gap is "leaves". We can determine this from the sentence "The koala only eats leaves from the eucalyptus tree. That's all the koala eats all day."
5. The word that goes into the fifth gap is "lazy". We can determine this from the sentence "most of the time, if you see a koala, they are very quiet and they look a bit lazy."
Task 2:
1. When I hear the word "nature," I think about trees, mountains, rivers, animals, plants, and the beauty of the natural world.
2. Nature is extremely important to me because it provides us with clean air, water, and food. It also offers a peaceful and calming environment where we can connect with ourselves and recharge our energy. Without nature, our survival would be at great risk.
3. The most beautiful thing in nature, in my opinion, is a sunset. It creates a breathtaking view with its vibrant colors and reflects the beauty and complexity of the world. Additionally, sunsets symbolize the end of a day and the promise of a new beginning.
4. Being in nature makes me feel refreshed and alive. It helps me escape from the stresses of everyday life and connects me to something greater than myself. The tranquility and beauty of nature inspire feelings of peace, happiness, and awe.
5. Unfortunately, there are several bad things that people are doing to nature. These include deforestation, pollution, overfishing, habitat destruction, and climate change. These actions harm ecosystems, endanger species, and disrupt the balance of nature.
6. Nature refers to the physical world and all the living organisms and natural processes within it. It encompasses everything from mountains, forests, and oceans to plants, animals, and microorganisms.
7. Life without nature would be unimaginable. We rely on nature for essential resources like oxygen, water, and food. Without nature, ecosystems would collapse, leading to the extinction of countless species and the disruption of the planet's delicate balance.
8. Nature plays a significant role in my culture. It is respected and revered as a source of life, wisdom, and spirituality. Nature is often celebrated through traditional rituals, folklore, and conservation efforts.
9. While nature is generally beautiful, there can be some negative aspects. Natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and wildfires can cause destruction and loss of life. Additionally, some animals and plants in nature can be harmful or pose risks to humans.
10. There are several things you can do today to help nature. Firstly, reduce, reuse, and recycle to minimize waste and conserve resources. Secondly, plant trees and create green spaces to support biodiversity. Lastly, educate others about the importance of nature and the need to protect it for future generations.