
LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
accord
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The Paris Accord is an international treaty on climate change.
administration
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The new administration has prioritized environmental policies.
agreement
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The countries reached an agreement to reduce carbon emissions.
aid
/ayd/
The United Nations provided aid to countries affected by severe droughts.
alliance
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Several nations formed an alliance to address global warming.
banquet
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The leaders attended a banquet after signing the climate agreement.
bill
/bil/
The government introduced a bill to enforce environmental protection measures.
cabinet
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The candidate emphasized the importance of environmental issues in their campaign.
candidate
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The candidate emphasized the importance of environmental issues in their campaign.
capitol hall
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The agreement was signed in Capitol Hall with leaders from around the world.
clause
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The accord includes a clause that mandates annual reviews of progress.
colony
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Former colonies often struggle with the effects of climate change.
commitment
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The countries made a commitment to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions
committee
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A committee was formed to monitor the implementation of the climate accord.
conception
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The conception of the climate accord took years of negotiation.
LET"S LISTEN! 🎧
Direction: Listen to the news and answer the comprehension questions below.

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1.Where did representatives from over 100 countries gather to sign the historic accord?
2. What does the agreement focus on to combat climate change?
3.Which European figure expressed commitment to the accord's future
4.What key clause was included in the agreement to ensure transparency?
5.What criticism is raised regarding the accord?
LET'S PRACTICE 🎬
You are a journalist interviewing a government official about the recently signed climate accord. Your task is to ask questions and respond using the new vocabulary. The government official will explain the importance of the accord, the role of the administration, and the commitment required from all nations involved.
TASKS
Journalist: Ask questions about the role of the administration in drafting the agreement, the significance of the alliance formed, and the specific clauses included in the accord.
Government Official: Respond by explaining the administration's efforts, the collective commitment, and how the cabinet plans to implement the bill that supports the accord.
LET'S DISCUSS
- How do you think this climate accord will impact global relations in the future?
- What other environmental issues do you think require a similar international agreement?
- In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges in enforcing such agreements globally?
- How can developing nations, especially former colonies, be better supported in adapting to international environmental regulations?