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Tuesday 14 May 2013

Environment interaction sample

For last week's topic Emmi and I decided to act out a conversation in front of the class, so you have accurate guidelines on what to do in the oral exam. 

The situation in context

 We're doing a degree in Environmental science. Emmi is a sophomore whereas I'm a freshman. We've been selected to write an article for the university magazine about environmental issues in our region. We're meeting to discuss the topic and see what ideas we can come up with together. Let's see what we sorted out:




   

Nice structures to be used in an oral exam

Toya
Emmi


... and how we tend to act...
I remember seeing some pictures...
It’s high time something was done about that.
Sewage and waste waters have been dumped into Mar Menor.
Something should be done about...
If we surveyed the locals we could include some of their perspectives.



.... after people had separated...
Nothing was done.

Some people could have solar pannels installed on their roofs. (have something done)

How exciting!
So you used to take the bus.
You’re forced to pollute.
Due to...
Even though the changes haven’t been significant, the biodiversity has still been affected.
If people knew more about the topic of environmental issues, then they would be more interested in making changes.
Agriculture is affected by periods of severe drought.
The initiative has to be taken by the government.
Let’s get to writing!

of course don't forget question tags!

And vocabulary 


As regards
Invironmental issues
Cutbacks
Industrial impact
Sewage & waste waters
Oysters, sea horses
Droughts
Gather opinions
Waste collection system
Draw attention
Solar panels 
Subsidize

Car exhaust fumes
Promote environmental awareness
City council
Cardboard
Organic waste
That’s pretty shocking
The three Rs: reuse, reduce & recycle
Hydropower
Windpower



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