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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
2 min
75 words
- There is a long drought in the US Southwest now.
- The drought affects the Colorado River across the region.
- The river supplies water to many states and Mexico.
- Scientists say temperatures in the region are getting warmer now.
- Winter snow is smaller now than in the past.
- Less snow and less rain make the river flow lower.
- Researchers say human activity causes some of this warming.
- Without action, the region could face big water cuts.
Difficult words
- drought — a long time with very little rain
- region — a large area or part of a country
- supply — to give water or food to peoplesupplies
- temperature — how hot or cold the air istemperatures
- researcher — a person who studies or tests thingsResearchers
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Discussion questions
- Do you have droughts where you live?
- Do you use less water at home?
- Do you see less snow in winter where you live?
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