Extreme weather conditions. Nature

Choose the correct word. We have to light a big fire; it's going to be freezing _____ tonight.

Choose the correct word. Global warming is already causing more extreme _____ worldwide.

Choose the correct word. It's only spring and it's already _____ hot; I wonder what summer will be like.

Choose the correct word. Look at those _____ clouds! It's going to start pouring soon.

Choose the correct word. Whenever there is thunder and _____ , our cat hides under the bed.

Read the weather forecast and fill in the gaps with the correct words. Most parts of the country are enjoying sunny today, but it’s all going to change tomorrow as blow in from the north. The day will start with fog and a light . rain will develop as the day goes on and then some areas will have thunderstorms during the night. There will be a nice end to the week, though, as temperatures on Friday. The weekend will be and - the perfect weather for a picnic!

Choose the correct form of the verb. I wish the temperature _____ , it's too cold now. We'll have to light a big fire not to get cold.

Choose the correct form of the verb. I wish I _____ at home now. The weather is disgusting; it's raining cats and dogs.

Choose the correct form of the verb. I wish it _____ so much. The rising water level could wipe out many coastal villages.

Choose the correct form of the verb. If I _____ you, I would choose to learn more about the extreme weather conditions.

Choose the correct form of the verb. I wish we _____ more warm clothes with us. The weather is unpredictable here.

Choose the correct form of the verb. If Steve _____ the weather forecast, he wouldn’t have decided to go sailing in such stormy weather.

Read the text and match the headings with the paragraphs. There is one extra heading. Caves

Read the text and decide if the statements are True, False or Not Stated. The Appalachian Trail If you want to hike through some of the most stunning scenery in North America, then the Appalachian Trail is for you. It takes over five million steps to walk it, and only 1 person in 4 makes it all the way. The Appalachian Trail is a footpath that runs through 14 states from Mount Katahdin, Maine, in the north to Springer Mountain, Georgia, in the south. It follows the Appalachian Mountains through over 3,200 km of incredible natural beauty. The trail passes through forests and valleys, across mountain tops and down rocky paths. It's home to some wildlife you'll want to see, and some you'll want to avoid! There are harmless deer, moose, and raccoons, but there are also dangerous black bears, coyotes and bobcats. Don't worry about getting lost. Every 400 metres, there are white signs called 'blazes' on trees, rocks, and posts. If you climb above the forest, you'll see a breathtaking view, but you'll also see piles of stones called 'rock cairns' to guide you. Most hikers stay at one of the 250 campsites and shelters along the trail.