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Aug 2024
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200. Tsunami (complete version B1 level)

M. A. Bilbrough
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Write to Mike Bilbrough to ask a question or give an opinion.Today I'm giving you the full version of my B1-level story (with some B2 English) Tsunami!Here are 4 comprehension questions for part TWO of the story, which starts after the written transcript has finished.1) What did Yannick think Melville's name was?Mr Tsunami2) Which was the last accident that ... Show More
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