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Did You Know?

What did Jewish kids enjoy before the Holocaust began?
Before the Holocaust, Jewish kids played soccer, ate ice cream, and had big dreams!
What type of whale stranded on St Heliers Beach?
A rare Shepherd's beaked whale was found stranded on the beach!
What unexpected creature do the Minions summon for their movie?
The Minions accidentally summon Goomi, a cute green creature instead of a scary monster!
What special milestone did the young shore plover achieve on Pitt Island?
The young shore plover is the first to leave its nest on Pitt Island in 150 years!
What was special about the All Whites' win against Chile?
It was the All Whites' first-ever victory over a South American team!
What special moment did LeBron and Bronny achieve in the NBA?
LeBron James made history by assisting his son Bronny in a game, marking the first father-son assist in NBA history!
Why are people in Auckland buying petrol containers quickly?
People are worried that fuel prices will keep rising, so they want to buy petrol before it gets more expensive.
How many goals did Kelli Brown score in the match?
Kelli Brown scored three goals, making a hat-trick in the game!
How many hectares did the 1080 operation cover on Stewart Island / Rakiura?
The pukunui population grew from 105 birds to 160 birds, which was the largest increase in 32 years of recovery work.
Which famous footballers are being celebrated in the new Lego sets?
Lego is celebrating Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo with new sets!

Vocabulary

  • rare Not common; unusual to find. Seeing five turtles together is very rare.
  • endangered At risk of becoming extinct; very few left. Leatherback turtles are critically endangered.
  • marine Related to the sea or ocean. Marine animals live in the ocean.
  • SMART Prep | Quick Question 210609

    If x = 6, what is the value of 3x - 4?