WEATHER TALK
What is Bob worried about happening later in the dialogue?
It might rain.
Which word describes weather with a lot of wind?
Windy.
Which disaster is caused by strong shaking of the earth?
An earthquake.
In what year did the devastating frost hit Paraná?
1975.
Name one symptom of a bad cold.
Sore throat / sneezing / runny or stuffy nose / fever / headaches / shivering.
What does Linda say about the sky at the beginning of the conversation?
The sky is clear and the sun is shining.
Which type of weather makes driving on highways dangerous: fog, sunshine or stars?
Fog.
Which disaster is related to too much water?
Floods.
What crop was completely destroyed by the frost?
Coffee plantations.
When is it easier to catch a cold: winter or summer?
In the winter.
What does “It’s raining cats and dogs” mean?
It’s raining very heavily.
What word describes weather with very low temperatures?
Cold.
Which disaster is related to fire?
Fires.
Why was the frost considered “a blessing in disguise”?
Because it helped Paraná diversify its economy.
How do you say “Você acha que vai chover hoje?” in English?
Do you think it’s going to rain today?
According to Bob, why is the weather hard to predict in his country?
Because the weather changes quickly.
Which word is used to describe a day with no clouds and lots of sun?
Sunny.
Which disaster happens when there is no rain for a long time?
A drought.
Name one agricultural product Paraná produces today.
Soybeans / sugarcane / wheat / beans / rice / apples / coffee.
What natural disaster caused the great Asian Tsunami in 2004?
An earthquake.
What do people say to visitors when the weather changes quickly?
If you don’t like the weather, just wait. It’ll change.”
What weather condition is related to poor visibility: fog or heat?
Fog.
Which disaster is caused by a volcano?
A volcanic eruption.
How are the people of Paraná described in the text?
Hospitable, fun-loving, friendly and warm.
Approximately how many people died because of the 2004 Asian Tsunami?
More than 230,000 people.