- There are many things that we see on TV from around the world that are clear indications of global warming. Tell us about one.
- There are many things that we see around us locally or nationally in Japan that are clear indications of global warming. Tell us about one.
- When you were a child, how did you avoid heat in the summer? How do you avoid heat in the summer now?
- What laws or policies have been adopted or should have been adopted in your country, city, region or workplace to allay the impacts of global warming?
- Tell us about one thing that you have bought (efficient electrical equipment, car, house etc.) or one behavior you have adopted in order to reduce your carbon footprint.
- How do you think global warming will affect future generations in your country? Is it too late to change? Why?
Question 1
I think the ice melting at the North and South Poles is a very clear indication of global warming.Question 2
I think that there are fewer insects than 15 years ago, apart from mosquitos. It is a shame that ladybugs and bettles are rare now.Question 3
We avoided summer heat by playing in the water sprinklers in the garden.Question 4
I think high taxes on carbon emissions is a good policy. Companies want to pay less tax so they will invest in cleaner techniques or produce less carbon.Question 5
My wife brought a dehumidifier which is supposed to be energy efficient.Question 6
I think a positive affect of the COVID-19 virus is that it has shown us how badly humans are politing the Earth and how it can get much better after 3 months of people staying inside. It gives me hope for the future.Tough Vocabulary
| - English - | - Japanese - |
|---|---|
| it's a shame | それは残念だ |
| water sprinklers | 水スプリンクラー |
| dehumidifier | 除湿機 |