Task 22: Fill in each gap one suitable word to complete the passage:
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. It (1)________one of the major urban areas of the Iberian Peninsula. Located along the Douro river estuary in Northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European centres. (2)__________1996, UNESCO recognised its historic centre as a World Heritage Site. Among the architectural highlights of the city, Porto Cathedral is (3)__________oldest surviving structure. It attracts millions (4)____________tourists every year.
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Task 23: Read the following passage:
Recycling is important in improving the environment. Below are some helpful tips about recycling in and around the home.
1. Find ways of recycling different materials
Many materials can be recycled, such as paper, plastic, metal and glass. Other items such as furniture, electronic equipment, building material and vehicles can also be recycled.
2. Buy products that can be recycled
When shopping at the supermarket, buy products that can be recycled easily such as glass jars and tin cans.
3. Recycling bins
Make sure you have a recycling bin in your home. Keep it in an obvious place so you won’t forget to use it.
True or fals:
1. Plastic cannot be recycled. ____________
2. When shopping, it is a good idea to buy things from glass. ____________
3. It is better to put the recycling bins in obvious places. ____________
Questions:
1. Why is recycling important?
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2. What can you do to protect the environment?
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3. What should you buy at the supermarket?
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