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Today’s Themes and Tasks

Workout of the Day

Complete the Workout of the day. Click on the images to be linked to the videos hosted on YouTube.

1. Fluency Waterfall

2. Waterfall Model

3. Vocabulary Connections

4. EI. 10

Waterfall Model Transcripts

Review these transcripts to see other ways of responding to the Waterfall tasks and to look for grammar patterns and vocabulary that may be useful for you in your response. The example responses are C1+ in their level. How do your responses compare? What can you do to improve your responses during the next Fluency Waterfall?

90 Second Task

Climate change is a significant issue today, and it affects everyone. The primary cause is the increase in greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide, in our atmosphere. This increase mainly occurs because we burn fossil fuels such as oil and coal.

So, why is it such a concern? Well, to begin with, the Earth is getting warmer. This leads to the melting of polar ice and, consequently, rising sea levels. Coastal cities and islands are particularly vulnerable to these changes.

But it's not just about the rising temperature. Climate change also disrupts our weather patterns. Some areas experience excessive rainfall, resulting in floods, while others suffer from prolonged droughts. These changes pose significant challenges to agriculture and food production.

Furthermore, our wildlife and plants are struggling to adapt to these rapid changes, leading to a loss of species. This loss is detrimental to both the environment and us, as we rely on biodiversity for necessities like food, medicine, and resources.

Addressing climate change is a complex task that requires global cooperation. Countries need to work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which means using fewer fossil fuels and adopting cleaner alternatives like solar and wind power. Additionally, individuals can contribute by conserving energy, recycling, and choosing environmentally-friendly products.

In summary, climate change is a critical issue that affects various aspects of our lives, including the weather, sea levels, and biodiversity. It is essential to take collective global action to protect our planet for future generations.

60 Second Task

Our choices greatly impact how we age, and making smart ones can help us grow old healthily. Staying active is crucial. It's not just about intense workouts; activities like walking or gardening also count. My grandma does morning yoga and is incredibly lively and flexible because of it.

Eating well is just as important. Swapping junk food for fruits, veggies, and whole grains can boost our health as we age. I've gotten into making smoothies with fresh produce, and it's made a noticeable difference in how I feel, plus my doctor's pleased with my health progress.

Staying connected matters too. As we age, loneliness can creep in, but maintaining relationships or joining community groups can lift our spirits. My neighbor, Mr. Thompson, found joy and new friends by joining a book club, enhancing his quality of life and potentially extending it.

In essence, key to aging well involves staying active, eating healthily, and maintaining social connections. These choices can keep us healthy and joyful as we navigate through life.

Farming must innovate to sustainably feed our growing population. Sustainable methods like a drip irrigation system save water and improve plant health by delivering water directly to roots.

Crop diversification, another key strategy, not only enriches the soil but also enhances crop resilience and reduces pest issues. For instance, planting tomatoes with basil will yield tastier produce and provide natural pest control. Technology is also crucial, offering tools and apps can also boost farming efficiency and environmental friendliness. 

Embracing these sustainable practices, diversifying crops, and utilizing technology are essential steps toward a more efficient and eco-friendly farming future. This holistic approach is vital for our planet's health and our future food security.

EI - 10

Compare your recording to the transcript below. What did you miss? What did you mess up? Don’t be afraid to do the task again. 

1. Some areas experience excessive rainfall.

2. Technology can also boost farming efficiency.

3. Individuals can contribute by conserving energy.

4. The primary cause is the increase in greenhouse gases.

5. Wildlife is struggling to adapt to these rapid change.

6. Coastal cities are particularly vulnerable to these changes.

7. My neighbor found joy and new friends by joining a book club.

8. Countries need to work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

9. My grandma does morning yoga and is incredibly flexible because of it.

10. Addressing climate change is a complex task that requires global cooperation.

Vocabulary Connections

Here’s the vocabulary for today. This vocabulary is connected to the new topic and task introduced in the Waterfall today (90 second task). What words would help you better express your thoughts tomorrow? Which words could you substitute for more precise expression.

Cloze Exercise

Read the response out loud trying to remain fluent while filling in the gaps.

Our choices greatly impact how we age, and making smart ones can help us grow old healthily. Staying active is crucial. It's not ju__ about intense workouts; activities like walking o_ gardening also count. My grandma does mo_____ yoga and is incredibly lively and fl______ because of it.

Eating well is just as important. Sw______ junk food for fruits, veggies, and wh___ grains can boost our health as w_ age. I've gotten into making smoothies wi__ fresh produce, and it's made a no________ difference in how I feel, plus m_ doctor's pleased with my health progress.

Staying connected matters too. As we ag__, loneliness can creep in, but maintaining re___________ or joining community groups can lift ou_ spirits. My neighbor, Mr. Thompson, found jo_ and new friends by joining a bo__ club, enhancing his quality of life an_ potentially extending it.

In essence, key to aging well in______ staying active, eating healthily, and maintaining so____ connections. These choices can keep us he_____ and joyful as we navigate through li___.

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