Lesson 1

Vocabulary

1. Read both parts of the text. Match the meanings below with words in the text.

1. well-known famous
2. respected someone admired
3. gave something donated
4. wish desire
5. hurt injured
6. for a long time long-term

Reading

2. Read both texts quickly and choose to complete the sentences.

1. Mohamed Salah helps people by

A. building houses.
B. giving money.
C. being a model for young people.
D. All of the above.

2. People should give blood because
A. it helps injured people.
B. it increases health benefits.
C. it is not easy to do.
D. Both A and B.

3. World Blood Donor Day is on
A. 13th June.
B. 14th June.
C. 24th June.
D. 14th of July

4. What is the main idea of the two texts?
A. You can help people if you work in important jobs.
B It is easy to help people, but it takes a lot of time.
C You can help people anywhere at any time.

3. Read the texts again and answer the questions.

1. What do people around the world think of Salah?

Mohamed Salah is admired for his intelligence and his ability to score goals.

2. What has Salah helped to build in Nagrig?

He has helped to build a school in Nagrig.

3. Why is Salah sometimes called ‘The Happiness Maker’?

He is sometimes called 'The Happiness Maker’ because of his desire to help others and to give young people a chance to succeed (and be happy).

4. Why do people celebrate World Blood Donor Day on 14th June each year?

People celebrate World Blood Donor Day to share information about the importance of giving blood.

5. Why should people donate blood?

People should donate blood to help people if they have been badly injured or they need blood transplants because they have a longterm illness.