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Did You Know?

Why have mince pies become more expensive in New Zealand?
Mince pies cost more because beef prices have risen sharply, making ingredients pricier.
How many tourists visited Antarctica in 2024?
In 2024, over 80,000 tourists visited Antarctica, with many more viewing it from ships!
What unique behavior of sperm whales was recently filmed by scientists?
Scientists filmed sperm whales headbutting each other for the first time!
How many books are ready to borrow at the new Wellington Library?
The new Wellington Library has around 250,000 books ready for borrowing!
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 was the score of the final match between the Black Ferns and Australia?
The Black Ferns won the match with a score of 22-21!
What important agreements did New Zealand, Samoa, and Tonga sign during their meetings?
They signed agreements to tackle crime and improve education together!
What is a fatberg made of?
A fatberg is made of fats, oils, grease, and trash that shouldn't go down drains!
How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?
Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?
The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!

SMART Prep | Quick Question 210759

The waka was nice and bright in the sunlight.

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Vocabulary

  • inflation When prices go up over time. Inflation made my favorite candy cost more this year.
  • buying power What your money can actually buy. My buying power decreased when prices rose.
  • demand How many people want something. High demand for toys makes them more expensive.