Activity
Complete each sentence choosing the correct option
On 14 August 2018 during a torrential rain storm, a 210-metre section of the Ponte Morandi collapsed in Genoa, Italy. Between 30 and 35 cars and three trucks were reported to have fallen from the bridge. The vehicles fell into the rain-swollen Polcevera River. Other parts of the bridge landed on the railways and warehouses below.
The bridge was reportedly undergoing maintenance at the time of the collapse, including strengthening the road foundations. Thirty-eight people were confirmed dead. As of 02:00 the following day, twelve people were known to be still missing.
The bridge was reportedly undergoing maintenance at the time of the collapse, including strengthening the road foundations. Thirty-eight people were confirmed dead. As of 02:00 the following day, twelve people were known to be still missing.
Source: Wikipedia
Discussion
Practice your writing skills by discussing the questions below
- What do you think could have prevented the collapse?
- Fear of heights is a common phobia. Do you or anyone you know have an extreme fear of something? Explain.
- What is your preferred method of transportation?
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