The future of our planet is at stake. It's vital to understand the environmental problems we face and what steps we can take to solve these serious issues.
Part ofGermanReading (for exams until 2025)
Watch the video called Herr Präsident, and test your understanding of the clip by answering the questions below.
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Can an environmentalist on a presidential campaign be trusted?
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Viel Glück – good luck.
What does the presidential candidate say should be done to protect the world for the next generation?
Separate rubbish and recycle more – “man sollte den Müll trennen und mehr recyceln.”
Timecode: 00.15
How do you say in German: "I travel in an environmentally friendly way"?
Ich fahre immer umweltfreundlich
Timecode: 00.24
Why does he say he travels by bike rather than by car?
Cars produce emissions which are dangerous for the environment – “Autos produzieren Autoabgase, die gefährlich für die Umwelt sind.”
Timecode: 00.26
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It helps you stay fit and healthy – “man bleibt auch fit und gesund.”
Timecode: 00.34
What does he say we could do to avoid air pollution?
Use public transport more often – “gegen Luftverschmutzung könnten wit öfter mit öffentlichen Verkerhsmitteln fahren.”
Timecode: 00.39
What is said about his image?
Now he must protect his image – “jetzt muss er sein Image schützen.”
Timecode: 00.53
