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In my opinion, I am definitely in favour of/against…,

I do(not) believe…, Animals should (not)…,

eg. SA: In my opinion, keeping animals in circuses is very cruel as they are

beaten to make them perform.

SB: I quite agree but some animals may have been spared from death.

6. Fill in the gaps with one of the words from the list below.

RSPCA

mistreat – homeless – investigates

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is a «police force» for animals. It 1)………………….any complains of cruelty against animals and each year prosecutes hundreds of people who 2)…………………..them. The RSPCA also provides a sanctuary for 3) ……………………animals and runs many animals hospitals.

WWF

extinction – campaign - endangered

The World Wildlife Fund is the most famous international organization which seeks to help 1)…………………… species. The fund organizes 2)……………. to help protect animals that face 3)……………………. . Many successful campaigns such as «Save the Whale» have been supported by the WWF. The organization has over thirty years of experience and has been very successful.

WSPA

network – prevent – concerned

The World Society for the Protection of Animals aims to 1)………….cruelty and mistreatment of companion animals or pets. It has been campaigning for forty years and has offices in over 70 countries. It is the most widespread animal protection 2)……………….in the world. The society is mainly 3)……………………with protecting stray cats and dogs. In many countries such animals are often cruelty slaughtered for their fur and meat.

7. Discuss with your partner the following questions:

  • Are there any organizations which protect animals in your country?

  • Have there ever been any special campaigns for endangered animals in your country?

  • Would you consider becoming a member of an animal rights group? Why/Why not?

eg. SA: In my country there is a national organization called «Society for

the Protection of Animals» which deals with cases of animals that have

been mistreated.

SB: There are also branches of international organization such as the

WWF and Greenpeace.

8. Look at the four ways of keeping animals in captivity. In pairs, discuss these different ways and the advantages or disadvantages of each.

9. Discuss in pairs topics related to the theme in exercise 8.

  • Which of the above places can be found in your country? Have you ever visited them?

  • Do you think keeping animals in captivity is justified? Why/Why not?

  • Why are some animals in danger of becoming extinct?

  • Do you know of any organizations which campaign for the protection of animals?

G. DISASTERS

1. Underline the odd one out.

disaster

earthquake ,fire ,flood ,tidal wave, volcanic eruption, hurricane, shower

result

influenza, death, destruction, epidemic, homelessness, famine

help

emergency services, police fire brigade, disabled, ambulance, paramedics

AID

Red Cross, Red Crescent, Greenpeace, Christian Aid , charity

warnings

fire alarm, smoke detector, tremors, smoke, alarm clock, weather forecast

putting out fire

fire extinguisher, water, foam, oil, sand, fire brigade

ways out/departure

emergency exit, fire escape, evacuation, queues, rescue

prevention

insurance, seawalls, flood barriers, improved drainage, seismic weather research, strengthening buildings