Winter Olympics Officially Open in Italy

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SMART Prep | Quick Question 210581

On Saturday morning, a group of students helped with a harbour clean-up in Wellington. They worked along the shoreline, picking up plastic bottles, food wrappers, and pieces of fishing line. The organiser said the students were making a noticeable difference because the beach looked much tidier by midday. One student described the work as tiring, but rewarding, because it helped protect birds and marine life. At the end of the morning, the volunteers stood together for a photo, proud of the contribution they had made to their community.

In the passage, what does the word “noticeable” most nearly mean?

  

Did You Know?

What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?
The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!

Vocabulary

Click on the words in the article. See if you can find them all.
  • ceremony A special event with formal activities. The wedding ceremony was beautiful and full of joy.
  • tribute An act to show respect or honor someone. The song was a tribute to the famous singer.
  • atmosphere The feeling or mood in a place. The atmosphere at the party was very cheerful.
  • Thinking Question

    How do you think the athletes felt during the opening ceremony?

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