Reading II term (11)

Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) . There are two choices you do not need to use.

We all want to protect our planet, but we're mostly too busy or too lazy to put up big change that would improve our lifestyle and save the environment.

1)                                         [A) save rainwater, B) Walk or cycle, C) Use compact fluorescent light bulbs, D) Fix leaky faucets, E) Donate, F) Use detergents, G) Switch off your devices] _____ It is true that this kind of electric light is more expensive, but they last much longer and they can save energy and in the long term your electricity bill would be reduced.

2)                                       [A) save rainwater, B) Walk or cycle, C) Use compact fluorescent light bulb, D) Fix leaky faucets, E) Donate, F) Use detergents, G) Switch off your devices]_____ Ypu have tons of clothes or things you want to get rid of. If they are still usable, give them to someone who needs them. You may also chooseto give them to associations.

3)                                        [A) save rainwater, B) Walk or cycle, C) Use compact fluorescent light bulbs, D) Fix leaky faucets, E) Donate, F) Use detergents, G) Switch off your devices]______When you do not use a house gadgets, turn it off. For example, if you don't watch TV, turn it off. Turn off the light when you leave a room(even if you intend to return)

4)                                        [A) save rainwater, B) Walk or cycle, C) Use compact fluorescent light bulbs, D) Fix leaky faucets, E) Donate, F) Use detergents, G) Switch off your devices]______Driving is one of the biggest causes of pollution. If you want to use your car, ask yourself the following question: do I really need my car?Go on foot or use your bike if the journey is a short one.

5)                                        [A) save rainwater, B) Walk or cycle, C) Use compact fluorescent light bulbs, D) Fix leaky faucets, E) Donate, F) Use detergents, G) Switch off your devices]______Watch faulty taps, which can cause a significant increase in the water bill. An average of 120 liters of water can be wasted due to a dripping tap.

This list is far from being exhaustive but in addition to saving the environment, all these tips will help you save money.

In 2010, 14-year-old Laura Dekker took to the seas in her sailboat, Guppy, on a quest to become the youngest person to sail around the world alone. Maidentrip, a forthcoming feature-length documentary, follows Dekker on her voyage, told largely through footage that Dekker shot while at the sea.

Far from her family and without a support team, Dekker goes where the wind takes her. In an exclusive excerpt of the film above, Dekker sails from French Polynesia to Australia.

In 2009, when Dekker first announced plans to sail the world, Dutch authorities prevented her from setting sail for a year. “Of course there are people who say you’re crazy”, but it’s a dream. A great, great dream.

I want to sail, I want to go around the world, I want to see all the places and not always the stupid same thing, says Dekker at the start of the film. “I lived my first five years at sea and ever since, all I’ve wanted is to return to that life.” In January 2012, after seventeen months at sea, Laura successfully completed her voyage.

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In 2010, 14-year-old Laura Dekker took to the seas in her sailboat, Guppy, on a quest to become the youngest person to sail around the world alone. Maidentrip, a forthcoming feature-length documentary, follows Dekker on her voyage, told largely through footage that Dekker shot while at the sea.

Far from her family and without a support team, Dekker goes where the wind takes her. In an exclusive excerpt of the film above, Dekker sails from French Polynesia to Australia.

In 2009, when Dekker first announced plans to sail the world, Dutch authorities prevented her from setting sail for a year. “Of course there are people who say you’re crazy”, but it’s a dream. A great, great dream.

I want to sail, I want to go around the world, I want to see all the places and not always the stupid same thing, says Dekker at the start of the film. “I lived my first five years at sea and ever since, all I’ve wanted is to return to that life.” In January 2012, after seventeen months at sea, Laura successfully completed her voyage.

The teenager went on a trip on a ....