A library for the end of the world? Inside the Svalbard seed vault
A feature on the Arctic seed vault that stores backup copies of the world's crops: how it works, why it was first used during the Syrian war and what its critics say; students read for detail and nuance, examine metaphors and debate how to protect biodiversity.
C2Adults60 minArticle
About this lesson
A C2 reading lesson (article). Graded texts with key words, comprehension questions and printable versions.
- Level
- C2
- Skill
- Reading
- Type
- Article
- Students
- Adults
- Time
- About 60 minutes
- Topic
- Environment & nature
- Activities
- Speaking / writing task, Key words, Reading text, Multiple choice, True / False, Matching
- Key words
- genebank, backup, permafrost, variety, withdrawal, biodiversity
- Access
- Premium
By the end, students can
- Follow a detailed feature article and distinguish facts, interpretations and criticisms
- Understand figurative language and precise vocabulary for science and policy
- Discuss and write about the value and limits of large-scale solutions to global problems