Extreme Heat Waves

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Extreme Heat Waves

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Updated: 2024.07.10

3 min read · Intermediate

Extreme Heat Waves

극심한 폭염

Articles

The 15 hottest days, in the world's hottest month

Videos

Why are countries around the world experiencing excessive heat? | BBC News More Than 1,000 Dead at Mecca Pilgrimage Amid Extreme Heat | WSJ News

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

The passage mentions various impacts of extreme heat in different regions. How has the increasing heat affected your daily life and activities?

이 글에서는 여러 지역에서 폭염이 미치는 다양한 영향에 대해 언급하고 있습니다. 더위가 여러분의 일상과 활동에 어떤 영향을 미쳤나요?

How do you think climate change has influenced weather patterns in your region? Have you noticed any changes in the weather over the years?

기후 변화가 여러분 지역의 날씨 패턴에 어떤 영향을 미쳤다고 생각하나요? 지난 몇 년 동안 날씨에 어떤 변화를 느꼈나요?

What challenges do you think regions with limited access to air conditioning face during heat waves, and how can these challenges be addressed?

폭염 기간 동안 에어컨 사용이 제한된 지역이 직면하는 어려움은 무엇이며, 이러한 문제를 어떻게 해결할 수 있다고 생각하나요?

In what ways do you think individuals can contribute to reducing the impact of climate change and mitigating extreme heat conditions?

개인이 기후 변화의 영향을 줄이고 극심한 폭염을 완화하는 데 어떤 방식으로 기여할 수 있다고 생각하시나요?

How do you envision the future if current trends in global warming and climate change continue?

지구 온난화와 기후 변화의 현재 추세가 계속된다면 미래를 어떻게 상상하시나요?

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

persistent

continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition

Example

Despite facing challenges, she was persistent in pursuing her dream of becoming a scientist.

Example

The persistent rain did not deter the hikers from reaching the mountain summit.

rage

continuing with significant force

Example

I closed my eyes and the storm raged on.

Example

As the sickness raged across the land, the children returned to their homes and the workers to their offices.

emit

to produce and discharge something, especially gas or radiation

Example

Factories emit large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

Example

The device emits a low-frequency sound to deter pests.

atmospheric

relating to the atmosphere of the earth or (in the context of a setting) creating a distinctive mood or feeling

Example

The atmospheric conditions were perfect for the balloon flight.

Example

The restaurant has a very atmospheric interior, perfect for a romantic dinner.

sweltering

extremely hot and uncomfortable

Example

The sweltering heat of summer made it difficult to stay outside for long.

Example

The air conditioning was a relief from the sweltering temperatures outdoors.

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