|"zero in on" = focus on or direction your attention to a particular issue |
"I think we need to zero in on the main causes of water pollution and start solving them one at a time."
"leave no stone unturned" = do everything possible to solve a problem
"Things might look bad, but leave no stone unturned in trying to find the answer to our company's economic problems."
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[ Quiz Script ]
First, name three environmental problems that face our world today, how people can help solve these problems. What image comes to your mind when you think of "recycling"?
|I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]|
HELPFUL TIP: Recycling is one important way of conserving our world's natural resources. Talk with you family about what you can do to better recycle your trash.|
Listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play" button of the audio type you want to hear, and answer the questions. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.
|II. Listening Exercises [Top]
2. Listen to the conversation again as you read the Quiz Script.
|III. Post-Listening Exercises [Top]|
What are five specific things individuals can do to protect the environment? What are some reasons why people do not recycle or are careless when they dispose of garbage? Are there any unique programs in your city or country that promote recycling and protecting the environment?
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