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Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
- hazard /HAZ-erd/
- finalize /FAHYN-l-ahyz/
- operational /op-uh-REY-shuh-nl/
- devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/
- supplemental /suhp-luh-MEN-tl/
[noun] – something that is dangerous and likely to cause damage
The busy traffic entrance was a hazard to pedestrians.
[verb] – to make a final and certain decision about a plan, date, etc
We need to finalize the plans by tomorrow.
[adjective] – relating to a particular activity
There are operational advantages in our new manufacturing process.
[adjective] – causing a lot of damage or destruction
The devastating effects of the hurricane were felt.
[adjective] – extra
These are supplemental resources that you can use on your research.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) announced last March 17 that the Greek alphabet will no longer be used to name tropical storms in the Atlantic. “The Greek alphabet will never be used again as it was distracting and confusing,” the organization tweeted. WMO said that it is potentially confusing since it distracts the communication of hazard and storm warnings. This decision was finalized in the annual meeting of the WMO’s Hurricane Committee to discuss past hurricane seasons and operational plans for the coming seasons. The names of devastating storms from 2020 were also retired: Laura, Eta, and Iota.
The World Meteorological Organization is in charge of naming all tropical systems in every ocean basin worldwide. The list of Atlantic tropical storm names is repeated every six years unless a storm is so deadly or expensive that the WMO removes it from their future lists. Greek letters were used as backups for when all the names of the storms from the list were used. It will now be replaced by a supplemental list of names that follows the same rules as the main Atlantic hurricane season naming list – a list of names from A – Z except the letters Q, U, X, Y, and Z.
The World Meteorological Organization is in charge of naming all tropical systems in every ocean basin worldwide. The list of Atlantic tropical storm names is repeated every six years unless a storm is so deadly or expensive that the WMO removes it from their future lists. Greek letters were used as backups for when all the names of the storms from the list were used. It will now be replaced by a supplemental list of names that follows the same rules as the main Atlantic hurricane season naming list – a list of names from A – Z except the letters Q, U, X, Y, and Z.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
- The Greek alphabet will no longer be used in naming tropical cyclones according to the World Meteorological Association.
- This decision was finalized in the annual meeting of the WMO’s Hurricane Committee
- The World Meteorological Organization is responsible for naming all tropical systems in all ocean basins around the world.
- The Greek alphabet was used as a backup for when all the names of the storms from the list were used.
- Names of Atlantic storms cannot start from Q, U, X, Y, or Z.
Situational question:
I will read the situation. Then, please answer based on the question. Make sure to use the given keywords in your answer.
Situation: You are a weather reporter. Inform the viewers on how to prepare for the coming storm.
Question: How can you prepare for a coming storm?
- safety measures
- essential
- prepare
Express Your Opinion:
I will read each sentence. Then, please tell me if you agree or disagree, and why.
- ”Every storm runs out of rain, just like every dark night turns into day.” -Gary Allan
- “It is only during a storm that a tree knows how strong it is.” -Matshona Dhliwayo
- “Preparedness, when properly pursued, is a way of life, not a sudden, spectacular program.” -Spencer W. Kimball