B1 – Intermediate
To make sure the students are safe from attacks by Russia, the first underground school in Kharkiv, Ukraine has been opened.
Listen to this audio and read the transcript about Ukraine’s first underground school.
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Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “underground” mean? “A new school in Kharkiv, Ukraine is underground to keep children safe from Russian attacks.” Make your own sentence with this word.
- What is a “bunker”? “Many students started classes this week in the bunker that is 6 meters below the ground.” Make your own sentence with this word.
- What does “bright” mean in this context, “The entrance is a small white concrete box and the classrooms are bright, but have no windows.”? Make your own sentence with this word.
Discussion Questions:
- In your own words, talk about the new school in Kharkiv. State as much details as possible.
- What is your opinion about this kind of underground school?
- What positive and negative effects of going to underground school could have on children?
- Do you think this underground school could really keep students safe in case of an attack? State your opinion.
- Do you think this school can really help children live normal lives? Explain.
- How might children’s education be affected by the war?