A Disaster Was a Bad Star
What caused that flood?
Interesting Facts in Easy English
Pre-Listening Vocabulary
- avalanche: a sudden rush of snow and ice down a mountain or hill
- pilot error: a mistake made by the person operating an aircraft
- misalignment: the incorrect position or arrangement of something
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A Disaster Was a Bad Star
Comprehension Questions
- What was the original meaning of the word disaster?
- What examples of natural disasters are given in the report?
- Why does the report mention pilot error?
Discussion Questions: Why is the news full of reports about disasters? Do you think this focus on negative, sensational news will ever change?
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4 comments
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English Club Indonesia says:
The word “disaster” came from Latin; “dis” meaning bad and “aster” meaning star. Avalanche and flood are examples of natural disasters given in the report. Pilot error is also a disaster but is categorized as manmade. The news is full of reports about disasters because they’re really happening. Disasters affect a great number in one area. The victims might be relatives of some viewers. The relatives may know the situation by watching the news.
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Jamil says:
Ahmad
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amany rady abdelhamed says:
very good
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Cathy says:
Very good