Mosquito Problems in Singapore and Australia
Introduction
This report talks about dengue fever in Singapore and new mosquitoes in Australia.
Main Body
Singapore has fewer dengue cases now. The government uses a special bacteria in male mosquitoes. This stops the mosquitoes from having babies. They also fine people who let mosquitoes live in their homes. But experts say the mosquitoes will not go away. The weather is hot and wet. Also, people are not immune to the sickness anymore because they have not had it for a long time. In Australia, people found six Asian tiger mosquitoes. This is the first time these mosquitoes lived on the main land. These mosquitoes can carry dangerous diseases. Maybe they came from illegal fishing boats.
Conclusion
Singapore uses science to stop dengue. Australia must watch for new mosquitoes to keep people safe.
Learning
π¦ Using "Stop" and "Prevent"
In the text, we see how things are blocked from happening. This is very common for A2 learners when talking about rules or health.
The Pattern:
- Stop (someone/something) from (doing something)
- Example: "This stops the mosquitoes from having babies."
- Meaning: The action cannot happen.
Simple Swaps for your Vocabulary:
- Stop Prevent
- Having babies Reproducing
π Talking about Locations
Look at how the text describes where things are.
| Phrase | What it means | Example |
|---|---|---|
| In Singapore | Inside a city/country | In Australia |
| On the main land | On a surface/area | On the island |
Quick Tip: Use IN for countries and ON for specific ground or land types.