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August 17, 2026

Powerful 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Colombia

Kavi D. - 374 words

Language

SpanishEnglish

Reading Level

SimplifiedOriginal

Alignment

USGS map showing the 7.4M earthquake near Bogotá in Colombia on August 10th, 2026 (Credit: USGS / Public Domain)

On August 10, 2026, a powerful earthquake shook western Colombia. The magnitude 7.4 tremor was the largest recorded in the country this century. It was felt across neighboring Ecuador, Panama, and Venezuela.

The earthquake struck at 7:34 am local time. It was centered about 173 miles (280 km) west of Colombia's capital Bogotá. As of August 13, at least 280 people have died, and more than 3,900 have been reported injured. Hundreds are still missing as emergency teams continue searching through rubble across multiple regions.

The earthquake has destroyed hundreds of structures (Credit: theowp.org/ CC BY-SA 2.0)

Rural communities near the epicenter were among the hardest hit. In Chocó, a region in western Colombia, entire villages were flattened. To make matters worse, landslides have blocked the roads leading to the area. This has delayed rescue efforts and slowed the delivery of food, medicine, and emergency supplies.

Many cities have also suffered widespread destruction. In Pereira, more than 100 people have been killed and dozens of buildings collapsed. In Cali, Colombia's third-largest city, at least 95 people have died. Fifty-six buildings have collapsed, including part of a major hospital that trapped patients and staff.

Rescue efforts in Venezuela (Credit: US Marine Corps/ Public Domain)

The earthquake in Colombia comes less than two months after two powerful earthquakes struck neighboring Venezuela on June 24, 2026. The magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 quakes occurred just 39 seconds apart. They caused severe damage in Venezuela's capital, Caracas, and the coastal state of La Guaira. As of August 12, more than 6,300 people have died, and about 61,000 remain hospitalized. Tens of thousands are still missing.

In both countries, the full impact of the earthquakes is still unfolding. Rescue and recovery efforts continue as officials work to assess the damage and help people who have lost their homes.

Were the earthquakes connected?

Although Colombia and Venezuela share a border, the earthquakes they experienced were very different. Colombia's earthquake occurred around 60 miles (97 km) underground where two of Earth's tectonic plates are constantly pushing against each other.

Shallow earthquakes cause much more damage than deep ones (Credit: USGS/ Public Domain)

In contrast, Venezuela’s twin earthquakes were shallow. They occurred just 6 miles (9.6 km) beneath the surface, where Earth's tectonic plates slid horizontally past one another. Because Venezuela's quakes occurred so close to the surface, they produced much stronger ground shaking. This contributed to the significantly greater destruction.

Credit: NPR.com, Aljazeera.com, Wikipedia.org, Cnbc.com

https://www.dogonews.com/2026/8/17/powerful-7-dot-4-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-colombia

Reading EX1U1

P7
Amazing Animals
A great gray owl is camouflaged against a tree.

WARM UP
Discuss these questions with a partner.
1. What is your favorite animal? Why?
2. What are some things animals can do that humans can't?

P8
1A
BEFORE YOU READ
LABELING
A. Look at the photo. Match each description (1-4) with the correct part of the dolphin.
1. Dolphins sleep by resting one half of their brain at a time.
2. A dolphin's tail doesn't have any bones.
3. Dolphins ”hear” through a special bone in their lower jaw.
4. The bones inside a dolphin's fIippers look like the bones inside your arm and hand﹒

SKIMMING

B
Look at the reading title and headings﹒ What is the reading about? Circle a, b, or c. Then read the passage to check your answer.
a. types of dolphins
b. things dolphins do
c. what dolphins eat

A spotted dolphin swims in the clear waters of the Caribbean.

P9
THE INCREDIBLE DOLPHIN
A
Many people say dolphins are intelligent. They seem to be able to think, understand, and learn things quickly. But are they as smart as humans, or are they more like cats and dogs? Dolphins use their brains quite differently from the way people do. But scientists say dolphins and humans are alike in some ways. How?

Communication

B
Like humans, every dolphin has its own "name." The name is a special whistle. Each dolphin chooses a whistle for itself, usually by its first birthday, Dolphins are like people in other ways, too. They "talk" to each other about a lot of things such as their age, their feelings, and possible danger. They also use a system of sounds and body language to communicate. Understanding dolphin conversation is not easy for humans. No one "speaks dolphin" yet, but some scientists are trying to learn.

Play

C
Dolphins live in groups called pods, and they often join other dolphins from different pods to play games and have fun--just like people. Sometimes they chase other dolphins carrying objects (eg, seaweed) and throw these objects back and forth. Scientists believe playing together is something only intelligent animals do.

Teamwork

D
Dolphins and humans are similar in another way: They both make plans for getting things they want. In the seas of southern Brazil, for example, dolphins use an intelligent method to get food. When there are fish near a boat, dolphins signal to the fishermen to put their nets in the water. With the dolphin's help the men can catch a lot of fish. Why do dolphins assist the men? There is an advantage for the dolphins. They get to eat some of the fish that escape from the net.

1 A whistle is a high-pitched sound made by blowing air through a hole.

2 If you signal to someone, you make an action or a sound to tell them something

P13
BEFORE YOU READ 

1B

DEFINITIONS

A. Read the caption below. Then circle the correct words to complete these definitions.

1. If you disguise yourself, you change how you look so others know/don't know who you are.
2. A predator is an animal that eats other animals / plants.
3. If two animals look like each other, they look different / the same.

SKIMMING
B
Look at the picture on page 15 and read the caption and labels. Then skim the passage and complete the sentence below. Read the passage to check your answer.
Most of the passage explains why/how octopuses disguise themselves.

<Octopuses disguise themselves so predators (e.g., dolphins or sharks) don't see them. Here, the octopus looks like the coral nearby.

P14
1B
MASTER OF DISGUISE

A
Octopuses are famous for their round bodies, big eyes, and eight arms. There are many different types of octopuses, but all are alike in one way: They are masters of disguise. Octopuses can change their appearance in less than a second to look like rocks, plants, or even other animals. How do they do this?

B
An octopus can disguise itself in three ways. One is by using color. An octopus's skin has special cells called chromatophores. These cells are filled with yellow, brown, and red pigment. When an octopus moves its muscles a certain way, the cells become large and produce colorful spots and other patterns on its skin. Chromatophores can also reflect light. In blue light, for example, an octopus's skin will look blue. In white light, its skin will look white. With these cells, an octopus can produce many different skin colors and patterns.

C
An octopus can also change its skin texture. When the octopus moves its muscles, its skin can go from smooth to spiky. It might then look like a plant or coral. Another way an octopus disguises itself is by changing its shape. Some, for example, roll their bodies into balls so they look like rocks. One type of octopus can change its form to look like other sea creatures--especially dangerous ones, such as sea snakes.

D
Why are octopuses so good at disguising themselves? They have to be. The ocean is not a safe place for them. Because they have no bones in their bodies, octopuses are like large pieces of meat. Many predators want to eat them--and they can eat them whole. To survive, octopuses have developed the amazing ability to change their appearance very quickly in order to hide from predators.

1 A master is very good at doing something.
2 A cell is the smallest living part of an animal or plant. Most animals have billions of cells in their bodies.
3 Pigment is a substance that gives something color. For example, green pigment makes most plants look green.
4 Texture is how something looks and feels (eg, soft, smooth, spiky).

P15
ALL MUSCLE, NO BONES

An octopus's body has many muscles. This makes it strong and fast. Octopuses also have no bones, so they can change their shape very quickly.

An octopus brain holds only one-third of the animal's neurons (nerve cells). It handles functions such as decision-making, learning, and memory.

An octopus has three hearts: one large central heart and two smaller ones on either side.

About two-thirds of an octopus's neurons are in its arms. These neurons control the arm movements.

Octopuses can change their appearance to match their surroundings. Once the brain gives a signal, the octopus's muscles move in a certain way, changing its skin from smooth to spiky and producing colorful spots or stripes on its skin.

Skin texture
smooth
spiky

Skin color/pattern
normal
expanded (large spots)

P16
A Pacific red octopus shows its suckers.

Reading EX3U7

ENERGY SOLUTIONS

The bright city lights of Detroit (left) and Windsor, Ontario on the USA-Canadian border, separated by the Detroit River

WARM UP

Discuss these questions with a partner.

1. What are some different ways of producing energy?

2. What sources of energy are most common in your country?

Aerial view of Solar One, a 10-megawatt solar thermal plant in Daggett, California

BEFORE YOU READ

DISCUSSION

A. Look at the photo and caption, and answer the questions.

1. What are some advantages and disadvantages of solar power?

2. Aside from solar power, what are some alternative ways of producing energy?

SCANNING

B. Scan the reading passage. Which countries mentioned in the passage use the alternative energy sources below?

solar

wind

nuclear

POWERING THE PLANET

Unit 7A P106

A

Despite modern society’s heavy dependence on fossil fuels for energy, most people are aware that the supply of these fuels is finite. As oil and other fossil fuels become more costly and difficult to find, researchers are looking at alternative energy sources, including solar, wind, and even nuclear power. But which substitute—if any—is the right one?

Solar

B

Solar panels catch energy directly from the sun and convert it into electricity. One of the world’s largest solar power stations is in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, where more than 2.5 million solar panels have the capacity to generate enough power for 750,000 people. But unlike the burning of fossil fuels, the process used to create all that solar energy produces no emissions.

C

Today, however, solar power provides less than 2 percent of the world’s energy, primarily because the cost of the panels is still very high. But price is only one issue. Clouds and darkness also cause solar panels to produce less energy. This requires that additional power sources (such as batteries) be available.

D

Some scientists think the solution to this problem can be found in space, which is the ideal place to gather energy from the sun. With no clouds and no nighttime, a space-based solar power station could operate constantly. These stations would send the power back to Earth, which could then be turned into electricity for consumption. Advocates of solar space stations say this technology would initially require a lot of money, but eventually it could provide continuous, clean energy that would be cheaper than other fuels. Also, unlike other energy sources, solar power from space would last as long as the sun shines, and would guarantee everyone on Earth all the energy they need.

Wind

E

Wind—the fastest-growing alternative energy source—is another way of collecting energy from the sun. Wind is caused by the sun’s heat rather than its light. Therefore, unlike solar power, wind power works well even on cloudy days.

F

All over the world, incentives designed to decrease the dependence on oil and coal have led to a steep increase in wind-powered energy. Today, Asia leads the world in wind power, producing around 230,000 megawatts, (1)the equivalent of 230 large coal-powered plants. Europe produces nearly 180,000 megawatts. North America remains a distant third, at 105,000.

G
Despite its successes, some people are protesting wind-power development, saying the turbines (2) are both noisy and ugly. Just outside England’s Lake District—a protected national park—a dozen existing wind towers are due to be removed. “This is a high-quality landscape,” says one local homeowner. “They shouldn’t be putting those things in here.” 

H

There are other challenges, too. If the wind doesn’t blow, the turbines are not able to produce adequate energy. As a result, other power sources are needed. In contrast, a strong wind can create too much power. In cases like this, the energy company must sell the extra power at a much-reduced rate, which is not good for business.

I

What’s needed for both wind and solar is a way to store a large energy surplus. (3) However, most systems are still decades away from making this a reality. On the plus side, both wind and solar power enable people to generate their own energy where they live: People can have their own windmills or solar panels, with batteries for calm days. 

Nuclear

J

In the 1970s, nuclear power was seen as the main energy alternative. Nuclear power produces vast amounts of electricity more cheaply than gas or coal, with no carbon emissions. For a number of years in the 1980s and ’90s, however, use of nuclear power declined due to accidents, concerns about nuclear waste storage and disposal, and high construction costs.

K

Today, times are changing. Worldwide, about 450 plants generate 11 percent of the planet’s electric power, and some countries have invested heavily in nuclear energy. France, for instance, gets three-quarters of its electricity from nuclear power, the highest percentage of any country. China has started to build one or two new plants a year, and India has also begun to utilize nuclear energy on a large scale.

L

However, there are still concerns about the safety of nuclear power, as seen, for example, at the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan. The country had to close the nuclear reactors at Fukushima when the plant was hit by a tsunami and, as a consequence, began releasing substantial amounts of radioactive materials. Many still believe, however, that nuclear power is one of the future’s greenest energy alternatives.

M

In the end, are any of these sources alone the answer to our current energy problems? The short answer is no, but used in some combination—along with other power sources—we may find ways to reduce and eventually eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels.

P107

1 A megawatt is a unit of power.

2 A turbine is a machine that uses water, steam, or wind to turn a wheel to produce electricity.

3 If you have a surplus of something, you have more of it than you need.

Wind turbines on Pillar Mountain, Kodiak, Alaska

Unit 7B P112

BEFORE YOU READ

COMPLETION

A. Read the photo caption, and complete the sentences using the words or phrases in bold.

1. The _____ of a place is its overall environmental impact.

2. If you _____, you do something to achieve a goal.

3. A very large city can be referred to as a(n) _____.

PREDICTING

B. In what ways do you think a large, modern city like Dubai can reduce its ecological footprint? Discuss your ideas with a partner. Check as you read the passage.

Ski Dubai is the Middle East’s first indoor ski park—one of several projects that have turned Dubai into a major metropolis. But this growth has an environmental cost, largely due to the city’s dependence on fossil fuels. Now Dubai is looking to take action to reduce its ecological footprint. 

CITY OF THE FUTURE?

A

To appreciate the audacity (1) of Dubai, you could start by going skiing. The ski resort, located inside one of the city’s shopping malls, looks from the outside like a silver spaceship. You put on a thick coat, pull on your gloves—and then marvel at what strong air-conditioning can do. At the exit, you can buy a souvenir T-shirt. A cartoon thermometer in Celsius announces: “I went from +50 to minus 8!”

B

Indoor skiing in the desert has become a symbol of Dubai’s status as a wealthy, modern metropolis. Originally a small fishing village, Dubai’s fortunes changed forever with the discovery of oil in the 1960s. Since then, it has evolved to become the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, with over three million residents, huge shopping malls, and a hundred high-rise towers. But the rapid growth has come at a price. To power its cars and air-conditioning, the city has produced large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) from fossil fuels. By 2006, Dubai had one of the largest ecological footprints in the world. But now it is making some big changes. 

C

To reduce its dependence on cars and lower its emissions, Dubai has invested in solar energy, green buildings, and a comprehensive public transportation system. Gleaming driverless trains now run beside the main roads. In addition, all new buildings must meet strict energy regulations. Smart lighting and cooling systems must switch off when no people are present in a room. New buildings must also use solar panels for water heating. “The leadership has recognized that the growth of the economy is not sustainable without taking action on emissions,” says Tanzeed Alam, a climate and energy specialist.

D

The most striking development can be found where the city’s suburbs meet the desert. Unlike much of Dubai, the Sustainable City to the south feels more like a close-knit (2) village community. About five hundred low-rise houses are distributed along attractive, tree-lined streets. They all face north, away from direct sunlight, and are close together to provide natural shade. Each building has reflective (3) windows and wall paint, which reduce the heat absorbed from the sun. Rooftop solar panels and energy-saving lights contribute to the community’s energy efficiency. As a result, residents of the Sustainable City now consume 50 percent less energy than people living in other parts of Dubai.

E

A decade ago, the idea of a fully sustainable community was thought to be unrealistic. But times have changed, says Faris Saeed, one of the creators of the Sustainable City. So, too, have prices. The cost of living in the Sustainable City is similar to some of Dubai’s other neighborhoods. “It’s a myth (4) that sustainable has to be more expensive,” Saeed says.

F

Dubai’s leaders hope the Sustainable City will become a model for the future. By 2050, the government intends to obtain 75 percent of the city’s energy from renewable sources—mainly solar. It also wants to have the smallest ecological footprint in the world. The plan is audacious. But if successful, even guilt-free skiing in the desert could become an environmentally sustainable reality. 

Dubai’s Sustainable City generates its own power from solar panels placed beside roads and on rooftops (1). It also recycles all of its waste: The all-organic waste is used in domed greenhouse farms (2) to grow vegetables. No gas-powered cars are allowed; residents travel by electric cars or on electric buses (3).

P113 

1 Audacity is a willingness to be bold and daring.

2 A group of people that is close-knit is tightly connected.

3 If a surface is reflective, it casts back light or heat.

4 A myth is a widely held but false belief or idea.

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The Perks of Being a Wallflower 壁花男壁花男孩
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RB列字作業❗編號
https://roseview2023.blogspot.com/2026/07/rb.html

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How to Eat Fried Worms
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PDF
https://fliphtml5.com/jozwk/blvm/How_To_Eat_Fried_Worms/
線上讀
https://bookreadfree.com/236461/5852657
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Alex Rider #1 Stormbreaker
風暴破壞者／暴風毀滅者
線上讀
https://bookreadfree.com/book/3078

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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYamLQCZ1AkM
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