Reggae Music is a SpiritCEFR A1
1 Jul 2025
Adapted from Emma Lewis, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Conor Samuel, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
- International Reggae Day is very special.
- It celebrates reggae music.
- The theme is "One Love, One Voice, One Day".
- People use reggae to promote good causes.
- This year, the award went to Mia Mottley.
- She speaks for climate justice.
- Reggae music is important in many countries.
Difficult words
- celebrate — To show joy for a special event.celebrates
- special — Different and important in a good way.
- promote — To help something become successful.
- climate — The usual weather in a place.
- justice — Fair treatment for everyone.
- award — A prize for winning or doing well.
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Discussion questions
- What does reggae music mean to you?
- Why do you think music is important for good causes?
- How can people celebrate music in their lives?
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