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How many goals did Kelli Brown score in the match?
Kelli Brown scored three goals, making a hat-trick in the game!
What is one fun way to help you save money?
You can use the 24-hour rule to think before buying something!
How many times a year can dragon fruit be harvested in tropical countries?
The dragon fruit plants grown in the trial were less prickly, which made them easier for workers to handle.
What are the names of the new qualifications replacing NCEA?
The new qualifications are called the New Zealand Certificate of Education (NZCE) and the New Zealand Advanced Certificate of Education (NZACE).
What is Koru Circle designed to let top members do?
Air New Zealand is adding a new top tier called Koru Black for its most frequent travellers.
Did you know the Wellington Phoenix scored three goals in their last match?
Yes! They scored three goals to win 3-1 against Sydney FC.
What important role did Ayatollah Khamenei have in Iran?
Ayatollah Khamenei was Iran's Supreme Leader for nearly 40 years, making key decisions.
What cool feature could a car have for long trips?
A new car design includes a toilet that slides out from under a seat!
What did the goldfish Blub drive to set a world record?
Blub drove a tiny car built by his owner, Thomas de Wolf, which responded to his movements in a water tank!
What happens to recycling bins if people keep putting the wrong things in them?
In Auckland and Christchurch, recycling bins can be taken away after three strikes for contamination!

Vocabulary

  • contamination When something dirty or unwanted mixes with something clean. Putting food waste in recycling causes contamination.
  • recyclable Materials that can be processed and used again. Paper and glass are recyclable materials.
  • enforcement Making sure rules are followed. The council uses enforcement to improve recycling habits.
  • SMART Prep | Quick Question 210165

    Tane looked at the poster and said, "I will enter the speech competition next term."

    What change, if any, should be made to the section in bold? Tane looked at the poster and said, I will enter the speech competition next term.