- There are many kinds of natural disasters. Name one. Is this a common occurrence in your country?
- Earthquakes are a type of natural disaster that is common in Japan. Does your family have a plan for what to do in the event of an earthquake? What advanced preparations can you make in order to cope with disasters?
- When was the last time you experienced an earthquake or other natural disaster? Where were you? Who were you with? What were you doing at the time? Did you feel that you were in danger at any point?
- Due to climate change, natural disasters are becoming more commonplace around the world. Tell us about a natural disaster outside of Japan that has been on the news recently. What happened? Where did it happen?
- Have you ever donated money to help victims of a natural disaster? When did you do that? Was it after a disaster that happened in your country or somewhere abroad?
- Would you ever consider volunteering your time and services to help after a natural disaster hit? If so, what would you like to volunteer to do? If not, why not?
Question 1
I think flooding is fairly common in New Zealand, especially in my home town as it was build on floodplains.Question 2
We have some preparations for if/when an earthquake strikes. We have food and water set away, a meeting place organised, and a basic procedure to follow.Question 3
The last time I experienced an earthquake was around 2017 or 18. I was working in Osaka and there was a small tremor. There was no damage as it was minor but it was still a little scary.Question 4
In September this year, Mt. Etna, an active volcano in southern Italy, erupted, spewing lava and a giant cloud of ash.Question 5
When I was a child I donated some of my clothing and toys to other children in Eastern Europe.Question 6
Yes, I would. But it would need to be close to where I live or close to where my family lives.Tough Vocabulary
| - English - | - Japanese - |
|---|---|
| fairly common | 非常に一般的な |
| floodplains | 氾濫原 |
| when an earthquake strikes | 地震が発生したとき |
| basic procedure | 基本的な手順 |
| a small tremor | 小さな震え |
| spewing lava | 溶岩を噴き出す |