Prime Time 7/8, Writing, Arbeitsheft

86 Key 3. The destruction of our atmosphere, however , is not the only concern, as cruise ships are also greatly impacting our oceans and affecting human health. 4. Because this contaminated sewage is left untreated when expelled into the ocean, marine life, the atmosphere and human lives are greatly impacted. 5. Another threat to the environment is ballast water, which is picked up at the time of departure and stored in tanks and cargo holds of cruise ships to improve stability and manoeuvring while at sea by keeping the weight distributed evenly. 6. This can have major impacts on aquatic ecosystems because ballast water contains plants, animals, viruses and bacteria that may be invasive to the new area, causing extensive damage to marine life and human health. 7. There are other ways of spending your holidays that are more environmentally friendly. How to use “impact” 1. The truth is, these massive vessels are negatively impacting our planet on a global scale. 2. Cruise ships are also greatly impacting our oceans and affecting human health. 3. Marine life, the atmosphere and human lives are greatly impacted . 4. This can have major impacts on aquatic ecosystems. 5. Given the great impact ocean travel has on the environment, families opting for the conveniences of an all-inclusive trip and the ongoing entertainment offered may want to reconsider. Conceding a point Beispielantworten 1. • Cruises are relaxing for passengers. However, they are not environmentally friendly. • Cruises are relaxing for passengers, but they are not environmentally friendly. • Whereas cruises are relaxing for passengers, they are not environmentally friendly. 2. • Going on a cruise seems to be harmless and fun. However, the diesel engines of cruise ships pollute the environment much more than travelling by train. • Going on a cruise seems to be harmless and fun. In fact, the diesel engines of cruise ships actually pollute the environment much more than travelling by train. Topic 11 (Key) Stages of empowerment Beispielantworten 1. In puberty, when she realised that being famous was not a blessing. 2. The were bullied by boys. 3. Her father supported her and made sure that his daughters went to high school. 4. Her father told her that fighting would not lead her anywhere and that she should use her brain. 5. Education and solidarity among women. 6. To encourage girls to go to secondary school and get a good education. Key words in the text 1. goodwill 2. to roam the streets 3. to kick in 4. curse 5. to taunt 6. to outnumber 7. tomboy 8. pride 9. empowerment 10. foundation 11. assertiveness 12. to benefit Using conditionals a) 1. If Angelique had not been a singer at her young age, she would not have been bullied by other children in the streets of Benin. 2. If she had given up singing, her training would have been in vain. 3. If there had not been so few girls in her school, she would not be in the position in which she is now. 4. If her father had not insisted that his girls go to school, they would now be in the same situation as most of the women in Benin years ago. 5. If a girl from a traditional background finished primary school, there was the danger that she would be forced to get married. 6. If Angelique had not had her friends who supported her, she would never have felt the power of solidarity. 7. Her father told her that if she got into a fight with one of the boys to defend her pride, this would not solve the underlying problem. 4  5  1  2  3  Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv