S. Korea plans to send quake aid for Morocco

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Good day, everyone!

Given the ongoing environmental challenges our planet is facing and the increasing frequency of natural disasters, I've chosen to delve into the recent earthquake in Morocco. (This corner is divided into two sections: pre-reading activities and post-reading activities.)

S. Korea plans to send quake aid for Morocco

By Choi Si-young

Published: Sept. 11. 2023 – 15:05

Source: https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20230911000635

Emergency workers carry a dead body in the after math of a deadly earthquake, in Amizmiz, Morocco, September 10, 2023. (Reuters-Yonhap)

■ Before Reading!

● Change the headline into a complete sentence 

Title: S. Korea plans to send quake aid for Morocco

---→ South Korea is planning to send earthquake aid for Morocco.

● New expressions with definition

magnitude: The size or extent of something. In this context, it refers to the strength of the earthquake, often measured on the Richter scale.
relief workers: Individuals or teams sent to provide assistance and support in disaster-affected areas. They help with rescue, medical aid, and logistics.
diplomatic ties(+with): Official relationships and communication between countries. Cutting diplomatic ties means ending these official relationships.
by Western sanctions: Economic or political penalties imposed by Western countries as a form of diplomatic pressure. Sanctions can include trade restrictions or asset freezes.
flailing economy: An economy that is performing poorly or struggling. It often implies a lack of stability and growth.
International Monetary Fund (IMF): An international organization that provides financial assistance and economic advice to member countries.
first responders: The initial individuals or teams to arrive at the scene of an emergency to provide immediate assistance and aid.
search dogs: Specially trained dogs used to search for and locate missing persons or victims in disaster areas.
reopen its airspace: Allowing aircraft to fly to and from the country. In this context, Algeria is reopening its airspace for aid-related flights.
full support: A commitment to providing comprehensive assistance or help.

■ After Reading!

●  Transcription

아직 영어읽기가 잘 안되서 기사를 몇번이고 다시 읽어보며 받아쓰기를 하니 영어 구조를 익히는데 정말 큰 도움이 되는것같습니다.^^ 

● Making questions and answers

1. What was the magnitude of the earthquake in Morocco, and how many casualties were reported from it (How many people died)?

  -> The earthquake in Morocco had a magnitude of 6.8, and it resulted in over 2,000 casualties.

2. Did we (South Korea) send urgent rescue aid to assist in the Morocco earthquake?

  -> Yes, South Korea is planning to send urgent rescue aid to assist Morocco, along with other countries.

3. How did the event make you feel?

  -> The event was tragic, and it saddened me.

● Short conversation with a friend

   Stella:  John, did you hear about the earthquake in Morocco? It's terrible, over 2,000 people have died.
   John:   Yeah, I just read the news. It's so sad. They said it was a massive 6.8 magnitude earthquake.

   Stella:   That's right. It's the strongest earthquake in Morocco in about 120 years. I can't even imagine

                what the families and people there are going through.
   John:   It's really heartbreaking.
   Stella:  Do you think our country will send rescue teams to help?
   John:   Many countries have already sent emergency rescue teams and search dogs, and there's news that

               we are also planning to do so.

● A one-sentence article summary.

South Korea plans to provide aid to Morocco after a devastating earthquake, aligning with President Yoon Suk Yeol's commitment to support the North African nation, as other countries like the US, UK, France, Turkey, and Ukraine have also offered assistance, while Algeria reopens its airspace for aid deliveries amid diplomatic tensions. 

Make it a good one!