EXERCISE 1 Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow.
SHOP GREEN
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Carry a cloth or paper bag when you go shopping.
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Bring your own container when you buy food to discourage packing of food in styrofoam
containers which are non-degradable.
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Don’t buy products made from ivory, tortoise shell, coral or reptile skins as they
endanger wildlife.
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Make a list of environmentally hazardous materials and don’t buy products containing
them. Read labels carefully.
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Buy reusable containers to store food in the fridge instead of using aluminium foil or
clingwrap.
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Cut down on use of pesticides in the home.
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Avoid buying aerosol cans containing CFCs( cholrofluorocarbons) which when released
into the stratosphere, can destroy the ozone layer.
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Buy phosphate-free detergents.
1. Shoppers should bring a paper bag or container along
A because it is bacteria-free
B because it is more convenient
C as the shop does not provide bags or containers
D in an effort to conserve the environment
2. Styrofoam containers are
A environmentally hazardous
B not easily degradable
C endangering wildlife
D not very convenient 158
3. We can help to preserve wildlife indirectly by
A not eating their meat
B not buying their products
C not disturbing them
D not going to the jungle
4. What is the suggested alternative to aluminium foil?
A A Small fridge
B Aluminium cans
C Containers
D Clingwrap
5. The word hazardous as used in the text means
A destructive
B unfriendly
C hard
D costly
6. We can help protect the ozone layer by
A not cooking in the open
B reducing the use of pesticides
C not going to the stratosphere
D cutting down on canned food
Exercise 2
1. This brochure is mainly about
A camping at Lampu Island
B the beauty of Lampu Island
C sightseeing at Lampu Island
D a camping package at Lampu Island
2. The word virtually in the brochure is best replaced with
A very
B hardly
C almost
D extremely
3. Local folk-art at Lampu Island is made of
A rocks and corals
B seashells and corals
C leaves from the jungle
D stones from Lampu Caves
4. The guided tour does not include
A jungle trekking
B a tour of Lampu Caves
C a tour of Kecil Kulit Village
D accommodation at Kecil Kulit Village
5. If you are interested to participate, you can
A visit us
B call us
C write to us
D text us
6. According to the brochure, you are advised to
A carry a heavy load
B wear comfortable shoes
C bring camping equipment
D sleep under the stars
Good Mental Health
Pre-reading
Questions:
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What is good mental health?
Definitions:
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Mental – having to do with the mind
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Stress – pressure or strain on the mind and feelings
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Stressor – something that causes stress
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Depressed – to be unhappy, sad, or gloomy
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Challenge – a difficult problem
Do you have good mental health? Mental health is made up of one’s thoughts, feelings and
actions. How do you think? How do you feel? How do you act? People with good mental health
feel good about themselves and others. They are good to themselves and others.
Deb struggled with having good mental health. She was stressed and depressed by the many
demands of life. Her recent divorce had been a stressful time for the whole family. Parenting her
three young children was challenging.
Work outside the home was stressful. Since her divorce, she had been forced to work longer hours
at her job. She did not like her housekeeping job. It was hard work, and she did not get along well
with co-workers. She was frustrated and unhappy.
Deb knew she needed some help. She wanted to be a healthier and happier person. She wanted
to be a kinder mom. She wanted to feel good about herself. She wanted to be respected at her job.
Deb asked a public health nurse for help. Together they talked about the stressors in Deb’s
life. The nurse was very helpful. She connected Deb with a local parenting group. She also referred
Deb to a mental health counselor. The counselor has helped Deb learn positive ways to cope with her
divorce and life’s stressors.
If you are feeling stressed or depressed, ask for help. Talk with a teacher, public health nurse, job
coach, or your doctor. You can get help. You can be a healthier and happier person!
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What is good mental health?
What are some stressors in Deb’s life?
What are some stressors in your life?
Who did Deb go to for help?
Why did Deb want help?
Is my child gaining too much weight?
About one out of every eight children is overweight. It may be difficult to tell if your child has
gainedtoo much weight. Growth in height and weight doesn’t always happen at the same time. If
a child is heavy, it may simply mean that he or she is getting ready to grow taller. Parents often
compare their children to other children of the same age. This is not very helpful because
children come in all sizes and shapes. It is normal for some to be taller and heavier while others
are shorter and lighter.
If you are concerned about your child's weight, ask your doctor for advice. The doctor can
use a growth chart to determine if your child is growing at an appropriate rate. If you have been
recording your child’s height and weight at different ages, give this information to your doctor.
This helps him or her when evaluating your child’s growth rate.
There are different things that cause children to become overweight. The most common
causes are a lack of exercise and unhealthy eating.
If you find that your child is gaining too much weight, decide carefully what to do about it.
Limiting the amount of food a child eats can be harmful. The child may feel a need to hide away
food, or the child might overeat when food is available. The best thing to do for an overweight
child is to encourage regular exercise and to help the child eat healthy meals and snacks.
Here are some suggestions: Be a role model by eating healthy foods and exercising
regularly. Make sure that you have good food choices, like fresh fruit, available for snacks.
Limit the amount of time your child spends watching TV or playing video games. Plan for meals
and snacks to be served on a regular schedule. Encourage active play every day for your child.
Limit high-fat and high-calorie foods at your house. Introduce healthy foods at an early age.
Make sure your child knows that you will love them regardless of their size and shape.
Adapted from University of Wisconsin Info Source
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According to this story, about how many children are overweight?
If you are concerned about your child’s weight, who should you talk to?
What are the most common causes for children to become overweight?
What will the doctor use to determine if your child is the right weight?
What does the word appropriate mean?
Why is it difficult to tell if your child is overweight?
What is the best thing you can do for an overweight child?
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