Australia Helps Jewish People After Attacks

Introduction

The Australian government is spending money to keep Jewish people safe. This happened because more people are attacking them.

Main Body

Jewish homes in Victoria are in danger. They need guards with guns to stay safe. This costs a lot of money. Some government offices did not want to help these homes. Police see more hate in the country. They arrested many people. In December 2024, someone set fire to a synagogue. The government says people from Iran did this. In December, a big attack in Bondi killed 15 people. The government gave 600 million dollars to help. They paid for security, doctors for the mind, and new laws. Some leaders say this money is not enough.

Conclusion

Australia is using more police and a lot of money to stop hate and keep people safe.

Learning

💰 Talking about Money and Cost

In the text, we see how to say something is expensive or how much money is used. This is very useful for A2 learners.

1. 'Spending money' When a government or person uses money to buy something → They spend money. Example: The government is spending money on safety.

2. 'Costs a lot' When something is not cheap → It costs a lot of money. Example: Guards with guns cost a lot of money.

3. 'Not enough' When you need more of something → It is not enough. Example: Some leaders say the money is not enough.


Quick Vocabulary List:

  • Pay for \rightarrow to give money for a service (e.g., pay for security).
  • Million \rightarrow a very big number (1,000,000).
  • Spend \rightarrow to use money.

Vocabulary Learning

government
the group of people who make and enforce rules for a country
Example:The government announced new rules to keep everyone safe.
money
a form of currency used to buy things
Example:She saved her money for a new bicycle.
safe
free from danger or harm
Example:The police keep the streets safe for all people.
attack
to hit or harm someone or something
Example:The news said a big attack happened in the city.
police
people who enforce laws and keep order
Example:The police stopped the car that was speeding.
hate
strong dislike or feeling of anger
Example:The country has to stop hate and help everyone.
country
a nation or land
Example:Australia is a large country with many people.
fire
to set something on fire
Example:He set fire to the old building by mistake.
synagogue
a house where Jewish people pray
Example:The synagogue is in the middle of the town.
million
a number that is 1,000,000
Example:The charity raised a million dollars for the victims.
security
protection from danger or harm
Example:The security guard watched the entrance all day.
leaders
people who guide or direct others
Example:The leaders met to discuss how to help the community.