Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- Saffron grows in Kashmir mountains and valleys.
- Many local families earn money from saffron.
- The crop needs seasonal water from rain and snow.
- A weather pattern may bring much drier seasons.
- Farmers worry because they may get less water.
- Experts say many fields could face drought.
- Crop loss hurts local incomes and lives.
- People want better and safer ways to store water.
- Officials suggest building stronger flood protections nearby.
- Farmers ask for more help with irrigation systems.
Difficult words
- saffron — a valuable spice from a flower
- expert — a person with special knowledge or skillExperts
- seasonal — happening in a particular time of year
- drought — a long time with little or no rain
- irrigation — a way to give water to crops
- flood — a large amount of water covering land
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Discussion questions
- Do people near you grow crops like saffron?
- Have you ever seen a drought?
- Do you collect rainwater or store water at home?
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