Reading: Thursday 12/08/2021

1. What is a bushfire?

2. What should you do in the event of a bushfire?

3. How is flooding caused?

4. Every continent except Antarctica experiences them, but they occurmost commonly in Australia. Why might Australia have the mostbushfires?

5. Floodwaters can cause great damage and may be fatal for wildlife.Find evidence in the text that supports this statement.

6. For a variety of reasons, some people choose to live in places that areprone to bushfires or floods. Would you choose to live in one of theseplaces? Explain your answer in detail.

7. Define the phrase ‘a planet of extremes’.

8. In your own words, explain how bushfires can help the environment.

9. Explain whether you think a bushfire or a flood is more dangerous.Give reasons for your opinion.

OPTIONAL ACTIVTIES10. Draw a flowchart to demonstrate how floods are caused.

11. Draw a Venn diagram to compare the characteristics of bushfires andfloods.

12. Create a bushfire action plan for your school.

Writing: Thursday 12/08/21

Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Write a short introductionmaking sure you announce to your audience your opinion using highmodality words.

Describe three reasons why you agree or disagree. Remember toelaborate on your ideas and explain your reasons so your audience isnot questioning your thinking.Please write a full and complete paragraph in each box.

Concluding statement