Test case decides the future of fossil fuels in UK

admin 2023年9月12日

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Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Do you know what fossil fuels are?
Do you believe achieving zero emissions is possible?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

disagree /dis-uh-GREE/

[verb] – to not have the same opinion, idea, etc.
They often disagree on which movie to watch because they have different preferences.

climate /KLAHY-mit/

[KLAHY-mit] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place
The climate in this region is very hot and sunny during the summer months.

argue /AHR-gyoo/

[verb] – to give the reasons for your opinion about the truth of something or to explain why you believe something should be done
She argued that studying every day would help improve her grades.

consider /kuhn-SID-er/

[verb] – to spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision
Before buying a new car, it’s important to consider factors like price, fuel efficiency, and safety.

lawyer /LAW-yer/

[noun] – someone whose job is to give advice to people about the law and speak for them in court
My friend’s father is a lawyer who helps people with legal problems.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

Sarah Finch disagreed with a court decision allowing oil drilling in Horsehill, UK. She believed it might be illegal and was concerned about its impact on the climate. This case is important for future fossil fuel projects in the country. Ms. Finch focused on “downstream emissions,” which are harmful gases released when the oil is used. She thought these emissions could reach a high level over the next 20 years. The authorities argued they only needed to consider the drilling’s climate impact. Ms. Finch compared it to claiming a low-calorie cake as long as it’s uneaten. Harmful gases like carbon dioxide cause global warming by trapping heat in the air.

The council followed the rules in their planning decision. Finch initially lost in a lower court, but a higher court ruled in her favor. Lawyers pointed out underestimated emissions. Developers are concerned that a thorough assessment could affect project approval. The case is important for achieving zero net emissions. There is controversy over new fossil fuel projects.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

Sarah Finch believed the drilling might be illegal and was concerned about its impact on the climate.
The case does not hold significance for future fossil fuel projects in the country.
The authorities claimed that they were not required to take into account the drilling’s climate impact.
Lawyers pointed out underestimated emissions.
Developers are concerned that a thorough assessment could affect project approval.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

disagree

climate

argue

consider

lawyer

The teacher ______ that it was important to wear a helmet while riding a bike for safety reasons.
My sister and I ________ about the best restaurant choice.
We should ________ the consequences of our actions before taking any steps.
The accused person hired a ______ to defend them in court.
I enjoy living in a city with a mild _______.