Term 2 Week 10: Earthquake Aftermath

Hi 5.5,
During this June holiday, I'm sure all of you have heard alot about all the reports on the Sichuan earthquake in China. Did anyone of you watch the charity funding show on TV for the victims? Think about how the children who lost their parents, how do you think they are feeling as we celebrate Mother's Day and Father's Day?
Also think about the aftermath ( after effects ) of the earthquake on the people and the natural surroundings.

Read up more in the links provided below:

Some recent reports on the aftermath of the earthquake.
Click on the "related news" link in the website to know more:
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_asiapacific/view/354443/1/.html

Picture gallery of the earthquake
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/picturegallery/gallery_20080512215944.htm

Use the questions I have prepared below as a guide. You can express your thoughts freely if you have your own comments or opinions:

1. What are the causes of earthquake?
2. What can people do when there is an earthquake?
3. Do you think scientists can detect an earthquake? If so, how do they do it?
4. What were some of the side effects of the earthquake on Sichuan and its people?
5. What sort of attitude do you think the people of Sichuan should have now to resume their daily lives after the earthquake?
6. Many of the Sichuan children in China lost their homes, their school and many of their loved ones in this major disaster.
Pen down some words of encouragement for the Sichuan children and the survivors of the earthquake.
7.How have the people all around the world tried to help the earthquake victims?
What do you think about their efforts?


Do explore the links given.

I'll look forward to read about your views and responses to the earthquake.

Happy hols!

Miss Lee.