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VOCABULARY Nature

A Circle the correct words to complete the sentences.

1 The children know the names of all the flowers and (plants / islands) growing in their garden.

2 Jared likes to climb a (mountain / forest) every weekend, and I like to go (fishing / hiking) at the lake.

3 My niece had never seen the (volcano / ocean), so we drove to the (coast / cave) and watched
the waves from the beach.

8 Complete the passage using the words in the box.

birds camp forest going for a walk river swim

Did you know that it's good for you to spend time in nature? A recent study shows that
among the trees in a 2 or even in a city park, can

reduce stress. Scientists found that people's minds became quieter when they packed a tent and

left their busy lives to 3 beside a 4 . They could jump in

or just relax and enjoy listening to the 6 singing.

LISTENING My experience in nature

A E=Em Listen. Circle the problems Mayumi mentions.

1 people going in and out . 3 traffic from the street

2 noisy children 4 neighbor practices music loudly

a EEEm Listen again. Circle the best answers.

1 What does Mayumi say about her neighbor playing the drums?
a She thinks it's unacceptable to play drums late at night.
b She thinks he plays too loudly when he's stressed.

2 According to Mayumi, why don't many people go to the caves at the beach?
a lt's too quiet and scary in the caves. b They don't know about them or aren't interested.

3 What can we infer from what Mayumi says about nature?

a She doesn't think other people know the truth about nature.
b lt makes her feel better, and she thinks it's good for her health.

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