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Typhoons, cyclones, earthquakes... sadly, they happen all too often. This unit is about disasters and how people survive them. In this session, we help you learn the language you need to talk about these events.

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Disaster language

Now you've read about Typhoon Haiyan and seen the words in context, it's time to see how how well you understand them.

To do

Choose the correct words to fill the gaps. Look at the vocabulary box if you need help.

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6 Questions

Choose the right words to fill the gaps

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Well done. Now it's time to check out 6 Minute Vocabulary, and we have a spelling special for you. It's time to learn some tips and tricks for spelling difficult words like accommodation, disappointed and address.

Session Vocabulary

  • typhoon
    a very strong wind which moves in a circle in the Western Pacific Ocean

    disasters
    events that cause a lot of harm

    tragedy
    a very sad event

    destructive
    causing a lot of damage

    shelters
    places which give protection

    struck
    hit

    mph
    miles per hour (speed)

    cyclones
    very strong winds which move in circles

    at risk
    in danger (of)

    triggered
    caused

    humanitarian
    relating to improving human lives and reducing suffering

    charities
    organisations people give money to so they can help others

    aid agencies
    organisations that provide money and help to those suffering

    populations
    (here) groups of people in a particular situation

    volunteers
    people who give their time for free

    logistical
    relating to the careful organisation of things and people to achieve a difficult task