Module 1
What natural disaster hit Japan in 2011 and caused a huge tsunami?
A 9.0 earthquake.
What do people usually buy in a supermarket?
Food and household products.
What do charities do?
They help people and raise money for important causes.
What are UFOs?
Unidentified Flying Objects.
What is the purpose of education?
To gain knowledge and skills.
What job does Martin Rietze do?
He is a volcano chaser and photographer.
What should you do if a product is faulty?
Complain and ask for a refund or replacement.
What environmental problem is caused by cutting down forests?
Deforestation.
What kind of books discuss mysterious events and creatures?
Mystery and science fiction books.
What martial art skills do Shaolin monks practise?
Strength, discipline and self-control.
What trapped Aron Ralston in Blue John Canyon?
A huge boulder trapped his arm.
What is a responsible shopper?
A person who buys wisely and thinks about the environment.
What festival is mentioned in the module?
Glastonbury Festival.
What happened in the Tunguska Event?
A huge explosion destroyed a large forest area in Siberia.
What is Khan Academy?
An online educational platform.
Why did New Orleans flood during Hurricane Katrina?
The levees broke after the storm surge hit the city.
Why are vertical farms useful for society?
They save space and can produce food in cities.
Why is community action important?
Because people can work together to solve problems.
Why do mysterious phenomena interest people?
Because scientists cannot always explain them.
Why did the boy in The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind build a windmill?
To help his village produce electricity and water.
Why did Aron Ralston cut off his arm?
To survive after being trapped for five days.
What problem can consumerism cause to the environment?
It creates waste and pollution.
What can happen if people ignore environmental problems?
Animals may lose habitats and become extinct.
What is one danger of believing every mystery story?
People may believe false information without evidence.
Why is lifelong learning important?
Because people continue learning and developing throughout life.