the amazon river in the south america is an amazing and important for the planet. the amazon river carries more water than any other rivers in the world . in fact the amazon river is responsble for twenty percent of fresh water that flows inti the world's oceans. hte amazon river is the second longest river in the world ( the nile river in africa is the longest) and about 6,400 km long . it has the largest area of land that flows into the river and more tributaries than any other rives in the world - morre than 200 tributaries

a . answer the quesition

where is the amazon river ?

is the amazon river the first longest river in the world ?

how many tributaries does it have ?

b fill a missing word in each blank

The amazon river is amazing and ......................................... for the planet

the amazon river is the world's ...............................................longest river

The Amazon River in South America is an amazing and important river for the planet. The Amazon River carries more watre than any other river in the world. In fact, the Amazon River is responsible for twenty percent of fresh water that flows into the world's oceans. The Amazon River is the second longest river in the world( the Nile River in Africa is the longest), and about 6,400 km long. The Amazon has the largest area of land that flows into the river, and more tributaries than any other rives in the world - more than 200 tributaries.

1. How many percentages of fresh watwe flowing in to the world's oceans is the Amazon River responible for?

2. Does the Amazon River carry more water than any other river in the world?

3. How long is the Amazon River?

4. What is the longest river in the world?

Read the passage, and answer the questions

- The Amazon River in South America is an amazing and important river for the planet. The Amazon River carries more water than any other river in the world. In fact, the Amazon River is responsible for twenty percent of fresh water that flows into the world's oceans. The Amazon River is the second longest river in the world (the Nile River in Africa is the longest), and about 6,400 km long. The Amazon River has the largest area of land that flows into the river, and more tributaries than any other river in the world - more than 200 tributaries. 

1. How many percentage of fresh water flowing into the world's oceans in the Amazon River responsible for? 

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2. Does the Amazon River carry more water than any other river in the world? 

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3. How long is the Amazon River?

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4. How many tributaries does it have? 

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Extreme Amazon

The Amazon River begins in the Andes Mountain in Peru. It travels about 6,000 kilometers to the Atlantic Ocean. It is the largest river in the world. It is also the second longest. Most of the Amazon's water comes from rain. During the rainy season parts of the river are 190 kilometers wide.

The Amazon River goes through the world largest rain forest. The Amazon rain forest is home to the highest number of plant and animal species on Earth. There are around 2.5 millions kind of insects, such as the world's largest ant. At least, 3,000 kinds of fish live there, and one-fifth of all the bird species in the world.

Some of the Amazon's animals are dangerous, such the anaconda, the largest snake in the world.

The Amazon is very important to Earth. If we lose the Amazon, we will lose a big part of life on Earth

Read the article and name the countries the Mekong River runs through.

The Mekong River

The Mekong River, which is over 4,000 kilometres long, is the world's twelfth longest river and the Southeast Asia's longest transboundary river. The Mekong started round 17 million years ago due to increased erosion from monsoon precipitation. Its original name is Mae Nam Khong. In Lao language, Mae Nam (Mother of Waters) means large rivers, and Khong is a proper name.

From Tibetan Plateau the Mekong runs through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Viet Nam. It not only is rich in plant and fish diversity but also provides very important transport links in Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Viet Nam. The Mekong River plays an important role in the life of the people in Southeast Asia, providing a means for people to access natural resources, social facilities such as schools, health services. Passenger transport along the river makes a nice contribution to tourism development.

The Mekong River is also a major trade route in Southeast Asia. A lot of cargo is transported along this river every day, and the cargo ranges from petroleum, coal to fertilisers and farming products. However, though the river brings about great income and different job opportunities, the navigation potential of this river is not fully exploited. The geographical features greatly vary along its length. For instance, the upper part of this river in Laos contains a number of physical obstacles and turbulent sections and only experienced skippers and boats that are small in size can safely navigate this part of the river. Improvements are expected to make the river passable for much larger cargo boats, which will develop both regional and international exchange of goods.

3. Read the invitation and reply. They answer the questions.

1. What time does the party begin?

2. What are the first activities?

3. What does Lisa suggest?

Hi Bess,

I'm having a party on the beach to celebrate the end of term. It's on Sunday 20 July and starts at 3 p.m. In the afternoon, we're going to try two different water-sports: jet-skiing and kite surfing. It's going to be a lot of fun! In the evening, we're having a BBQ on the beach, with loads of food and music too. Please let me know if you can come.

Lisa

PS My dad is doing the BBQ, so you don't have to bring anything.

Dear Lisa,

Thank you so much for your invitation. It sounds like a great way to celebrate the start of the school holidays. Unfortunately, I can't make it because I'm going to be in France with my parents.

We get back on 27 July. It would be nice to meet up some time. Why don't we go to the cinema?

I hope you enjoy the party!

Bess