Part 3: (Dương)
Task 1. Choose the correct answer (A, B, C, or D).
1. According to the conversation, what is the main cause of global warming?
A. Increased volcanic activity
B. Increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere
C. Variations in solar radiation
D. Natural climate cycles
2. Which human activity is mentioned as contributing significantly to global
warming?
A. Fishing
B. Mining
C. Deforestation
D. Space exploration
3. Which of the following is listed as a consequence of global warming?
A. Decreased sea levels
B. More extreme weather events
C. Fewer droughts
D. Reduced temperatures
4. What is one recommended action to help combat global warming?
A. Using more air conditioning
B. Driving more frequently
C. Switching to renewable energy
D. Cutting down more trees
Task 2. Write no more than three words or/and a number for each answer.
5. Greenhouse gases ______ heat from the Sun.
6. ____________ pose a threat to cities, especially coastal and low-lying ones.
7. Reusing items instead of discarding them helps reduce our ____________ .
8. The main greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide, methane, and ____________.
9. “____________” means to make something less severe, serious, painful, or to refer
actions we can take to reduce the impact of a phenomena in terms of global warming.
Keys:
Task 1: Task 2:
1. B 5. Trap
2. C 6. Rising sea levels
3. B 7. Carbon footprint
4. C 8. Nitrous oxide
9. Mitigate
Ava: Let's dive into our topic. Global warming in simple terms is a long-term increase
in Earth's average temperature. It's one of the major environmental issues that our
world is grappling with today. It's a complex issue that affects every corner of our
planet and has far-reaching impacts on our lives.
Emma: Absolutely Ava. (1) The main cause of global warming is the increased
concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. (5) These gases trap heat from
the Sun, causing the Earth's temperature to rise. This increase is primarily due to
human activities such as (2) deforestation and burning fossil fuels for energy. These
activities release large amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the
atmosphere, contributing to the warming of our planet.
Ava: That's right Emma, and the consequences of global warming are far-reaching.
(3) We're witnessing more extreme weather events such as hurricanes, droughts, and
heat waves. (6) Rising sea levels are another major concern, posing a threat to coastal
cities and low-lying countries. These changes are not only affecting our environment
but also impacting our lives in many ways.
Emma: Indeed Ava, these changes are having a profound impact on our environment
and ecosystems. They're affecting biodiversity, agriculture, and even human health.
But it's important to remember that it's not all doom and gloom. There are measures
we can take to help mitigate the effects of global warming. We can make changes in
our daily lives to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to the fight against global
warming
Ava: Absolutely Emma, simple actions can make a big difference. (7) Reducing our
consumption, reusing items instead of discarding them, and recycling waste can
significantly reduce our carbon footprint. Using less heat and air conditioning, driving
less or carpooling, and (4) switching to renewable energy sources are other effective
ways to combat global warming. Every little action counts and can contribute to a
larger change.
Emma: Well said Ava, every little bit helps. Now let's take a moment to review some
of the key words and phrases we used in our conversation.
Ava: Sure Emma. The first term we used is greenhouse gases. These are gases in
Earth's atmosphere that trap heat. They let sunlight pass through the atmosphere but
they prevent the heat that the sunlight brings from leaving the atmosphere. (8) The
main greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.
Emma: The next term is deforestation. This refers to the action of clearing a wide
area of trees, often to make way for farming or construction. This process contributes
to global warming as trees absorb carbon dioxide, one of the main greenhouse gases.
When trees are cut down, they release the carbon they are storing into the atmosphere,
which contributes to global warming.
Ava: And the last term for today is (9) mitigate. This means to make something less
severe, serious, or painful. In the context of global warming, it refers to actions we
can take to reduce the impact of this phenomenon. This can include everything from
changing our personal habits to advocating for policies that protect our environment.
Emma: Thank you Ava and thank you everyone for joining us today.