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Did You Know?

How far away is the galaxy Messier 77 from Earth?
Messier 77 is a whopping 45 million light-years away from Earth!
How long was Cookie Bear the face of Griffins biscuits?
Cookie Bear was the face of Griffins biscuits for over 57 years!
What city will the All Whites play their first World Cup match in?
The All Whites will play their first World Cup match in Los Angeles against Iran!
How many times do healthy adults fart on average each day?
Healthy adults fart about 32 times a day on average!
How many Olympic medals has Zoi Sadowski-Synnott won?
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has won five Olympic medals, the most for any snowboarder!
How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?
Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!
What is the name of Team New Zealand's new racing yacht?
The new racing yacht is called Taihoro, and it's been upgraded for the next America’s Cup!
What surprising thing happened to Hamish Elliott during the race?
Hamish Elliott fell out of his kayak into the river but still won the race!
What interesting features does Pluto have that make it unique?
Pluto has mountains, valleys, plains, craters, and glaciers, making it very interesting!
What was special about the All Whites' win against Chile?
It was the All Whites' first-ever victory over a South American team!

Vocabulary

  • sewage Waste water and excrement that is carried away. Sewage is treated at a plant before being released.
  • rähui A temporary ban on certain activities in an area. A rähui was placed to keep people safe from contaminated water.
  • bacteria Tiny living things that can cause sickness. Water samples showed a drop in harmful bacteria levels.
  • SMART Prep | Quick Question 211170

    On the final morning of camp, the weather changed quickly. Dark clouds gathered over the hills, and a chilly wind moved across the field. The teacher checked the forecast again and decided the group should pack up the tents earlier than planned. Some students were disappointed, but others were relieved because the ground had already become damp. The report on the radio described the afternoon as unsettled, with showers possible and low temperatures expected. Although the camp finished sooner than hoped, the students agreed that it was better to leave before the weather became worse.

    In the passage, what does the word "unsettled" mean?