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Suddenly, a piercing sound rang out, so loud that it startled him. It was
thunder, followed by a heavy downpour. He hurried to a robustly built
shed to withstand the storm. He waited there, watching the rain pour
down. The stormy weather contrasted with the peaceful afternoon he
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had been enjoying just a few moments before.

2. Find the meaning of words in boldface using the context clues given. Say
whether the clue is a definition, a synonym or an antonym.

Activity 4 Paraphrasing textual information from multiple sources

(a) Identify the main ideas and keywords from the following paragraphs. Then,
rewrite each paragraph in one sentence, keeping the meaning original and
clear.

Paragraph 1 Paragraph 2

Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest Water pollution is becoming a significant
mountain in Africa, attracts thousands problem in many parts of the world.
of climbers every year. It has three Factories, farms, and households release
volcanic cones, and although it is near chemicals and wastes into rivers and lakes,

the equator, its peak is covered in snow. making the water unsafe for people and
Many adventurers visit the mountain animals. Contaminated water can cause
to experience its breathtaking views serious health problems, so it is vital to

and unique landscapes. Climbing to the find ways to reduce pollution and protect
top requires preparation, but reaching clean water sources.
the summit is a rewarding experience.

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