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Listening and speaking activity for B1-B2 level "Will June Weather Make or Break US Corn Crops?"
منذ عام واحدLEVEL B1-B2
1. LISTENING
Watch the video and answer the questions.
- How has the dry weather forecast for the U.S. Corn Belt affected corn prices?
- What was the price per bushel for CME corn futures in mid-May?
- What type of weather conditions are expected in the Central areas of the Corn Belt?
- What is the forecast for Iowa and Illinois, the top corn-producing states?
- Does June weather significantly impact the U.S. corn crop?
- What weather pattern is considered ideal for corn farmers?
- Are corn markets sensitive to weather forecasts?
- How might traders react to the potential shift in weather patterns?
- Aside from weather, what other factors can influence corn prices?
- Which month is expected to have the greatest impact on corn prices due to U.S. weather?
2. SPEAKING
- How does weather affect farming and agricultural practices?
- What role does weather prediction play in farming and crop management?
- How do changing weather patterns impact the agricultural industry?
- What are the challenges faced by farmers due to unpredictable weather conditions?
- How does weather influence the prices of basic food items?
- What are some strategies farmers use to mitigate the effects of adverse weather on their crops?
- How does climate change affect agriculture and food production?
- What are the potential long-term consequences of extreme weather events on food security?
- How do farmers adapt to changing weather patterns and climate conditions?
- How can technological advancements help in improving weather forecasting for agricultural purposes?
