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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- Many children have learning or health problems.
- Doctors cannot always test for lead.
- Hospitals do not have blood tests.
- The EPA also lacks testing equipment.
- Some paints contain dangerous lead.
- Officials made new rules for paint.
- But the rules are not yet published.
- Makers are not yet legally required to change.
- Testing and awareness can help protect children.
Difficult words
- lead — A metal that can make people sick.
- dangerous — Likely to cause harm or injury.
- equipment — Tools or machines needed for a job.
- official — People who work for the government.Officials
- legally — By law; in a way the law says.
- awareness — Knowing about a problem or danger.
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Discussion questions
- Do you check your home for dangerous paint?
- Would you ask a doctor about lead?
- Do you know about testing for lead in your area?
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