( A2-B1 ) Intermédiaire — Leçon 10
Environment & Weather
Talking About the Environment, Weather and Climate — Parler de l’environnement, de la météo et du climat.
( 01 ) Objectifs
🎯 Objectifs de la leçon
Talk about the weather — parler de la météo.
Describe weather conditions — décrire les conditions météorologiques.
Make simple weather forecasts — faire des prévisions simples.
Talk about the climate — parler du climat.
Describe environmental problems — décrire des problèmes environnementaux.
Talk about climate change — parler du changement climatique.
Express causes and consequences — exprimer des causes et des conséquences.
Propose solutions to protect the environment — proposer des solutions pour protéger l’environnement.
Use will correctly — utiliser will correctement.
Use may and might to express possibility — utiliser may et might pour exprimer une possibilité.
Use should and shouldn't to give advice — utiliser should et shouldn't pour donner des conseils.
Give your opinion on environmental problems — donner son opinion sur les problèmes environnementaux.
Take part in a conversation about weather and environment — participer à une conversation sur la météo et l’environnement.
( 02 ) Vocabulaire
🌤️ Weather — La météo
weather
météo
climate
climat
temperature
température
sunshine
soleil
rain
pluie
wind
vent
cloud
nuage
storm
tempête
thunder
tonnerre
lightning
éclair
humidity
humidité
forecast
prévisions météorologiques
season
saison
Description de la météo
sunny
ensoleillé
rainy
pluvieux
cloudy
nuageux
windy
venteux
stormy
orageux
hot
chaud
warm
chaud / agréable
cold
froid
cool
frais
dry
sec
wet
humide / mouillé
humid
humide
Exemples
It's sunny today.
Il fait soleil aujourd’hui.
It's very hot outside.
Il fait très chaud dehors.
It's raining.
Il pleut.
It's cloudy and windy.
Il est nuageux et venteux.
The weather is nice today.
Il fait beau aujourd’hui.
( 03 ) Vocabulaire
🌍 Environment — L’environnement
environment
environnement
pollution
pollution
air pollution
pollution de l’air
water pollution
pollution de l’eau
waste
déchets
plastic
plastique
recycling
recyclage
rubbish / garbage
ordures
climate change
changement climatique
global warming
réchauffement climatique
deforestation
déforestation
drought
sécheresse
flood
inondation
natural resources
ressources naturelles
energy
énergie
renewable energy
énergie renouvelable
solar energy
énergie solaire
forest
forêt
wildlife
faune sauvage
endangered species
espèces menacées
( 04 ) Expressions
💬 Expressions utiles
What's the weather like today?
Quel temps fait-il aujourd’hui ?
It's sunny and warm.
Il fait soleil et chaud.
It's raining heavily.
Il pleut fort.
It looks like it's going to rain.
On dirait qu’il va pleuvoir.
The temperature is very high today.
La température est très élevée aujourd’hui.
There will be a storm tonight.
Il y aura une tempête ce soir.
Climate change is a serious problem.
Le changement climatique est un problème sérieux.
Air pollution affects our health.
La pollution de l’air affecte notre santé.
We produce too much waste.
Nous produisons trop de déchets.
Plastic pollution is increasing.
La pollution plastique augmente.
We need to protect the environment.
Nous devons protéger l’environnement.
Everyone can make a difference.
Tout le monde peut faire la différence.
( 05 ) Grammaire
🔗 Causes et conséquences
because
parce que
because of
à cause de
due to
en raison de
therefore
par conséquent
as a result
en conséquence
so
donc
Exemples
The air is polluted because there are too many cars.
L’air est pollué parce qu’il y a trop de voitures.
The river is polluted because of industrial waste.
La rivière est polluée à cause des déchets industriels.
Many forests are disappearing due to deforestation.
De nombreuses forêts disparaissent en raison de la déforestation.
People throw plastic into rivers, so the water becomes polluted.
Les gens jettent du plastique dans les rivières, donc l’eau devient polluée.
There is less rain; as a result, farmers have problems.
Il y a moins de pluie ; en conséquence, les agriculteurs ont des problèmes.
The temperature is increasing; therefore, glaciers are melting.
La température augmente ; par conséquent, les glaciers fondent.
( 06 ) Grammaire
📚 Grammaire : will, may, might, should
A. Will
« will » sert à faire des prédictions et à parler du futur. Structure : sujet + will + verbe à la base verbale.
It will rain tomorrow.
Il pleuvra demain.
The weather will be hot.
Il fera chaud.
Climate change will affect many countries.
Le changement climatique affectera de nombreux pays.
We will protect the environment.
Nous protégerons l’environnement.
It won't rain tomorrow.
Il ne pleuvra pas demain.
The weather won't be cold.
Il ne fera pas froid.
Will it rain tomorrow?
Est-ce qu’il pleuvra demain ?
Will the weather be sunny?
Est-ce qu’il fera soleil ?
B. May et Might
« may » et « might » expriment une possibilité. « It will rain » = prédiction plus certaine. « It may/might rain » = possibilité.
It may rain this afternoon.
Il pleuvra peut-être cet après-midi.
It might be cloudy tomorrow.
Il se pourrait qu’il soit nuageux demain.
The temperature may increase.
La température pourrait augmenter.
It might be sunny later.
Il pourrait faire soleil plus tard.
C. Should / Shouldn't pour les solutions
« should » sert à proposer une solution ou un conseil. La forme négative est « shouldn't ».
We should recycle more.
Nous devrions recycler davantage.
We should reduce plastic waste.
Nous devrions réduire les déchets plastiques.
We should save water.
Nous devrions économiser l’eau.
We should use renewable energy.
Nous devrions utiliser des énergies renouvelables.
We shouldn't throw rubbish on the ground.
Nous ne devrions pas jeter des ordures par terre.
We shouldn't waste water.
Nous ne devrions pas gaspiller l’eau.
We shouldn't cut down too many trees.
Nous ne devrions pas abattre trop d’arbres.
D. Autres expressions pour proposer des solutions
We need to recycle more.
Nous devons recycler davantage.
We have to reduce pollution.
Nous devons réduire la pollution.
It's important to save water.
Il est important d’économiser l’eau.
One solution is to use renewable energy.
Une solution est d’utiliser des énergies renouvelables.
( 07 ) Conversation
💬 Talking About the Weather and the Environment
John
The weather has been very hot recently.
Il a fait très chaud récemment.
Mary
Yes, I know. The temperature seems to be increasing every year.
Oui, je sais. La température semble augmenter chaque année.
John
Do you think climate change is responsible?
Penses-tu que le changement climatique en soit responsable ?
Mary
Yes, I do. Climate change is becoming a serious problem.
Oui. Le changement climatique devient un problème sérieux.
John
What problems can it cause?
Quels problèmes cela peut-il causer ?
Mary
It can cause droughts, floods and stronger storms.
Cela peut causer des sécheresses, des inondations et des tempêtes plus fortes.
John
That's worrying. What can we do to help?
C’est inquiétant. Que pouvons-nous faire pour aider ?
Mary
We should recycle more and reduce the use of plastic.
Nous devrions recycler davantage et réduire l’utilisation du plastique.
John
I agree. We should also save water and electricity.
Je suis d’accord. Nous devrions aussi économiser l’eau et l’électricité.
Mary
Exactly. Everyone can make a difference.
Exactement. Tout le monde peut faire la différence.
( 08 ) Compréhension orale
🎧 Tomorrow's Weather
Écoutez sans lire le script, puis répondez aux questions.
1. What will the weather be like in the morning?
2. What may happen in the afternoon?
3. When might it rain?
4. What will the temperature reach?
5. What should people do?
Score : 0 / 5
( 09 ) Lecture
📖 A Cleaner Future
Our environment is facing many problems today. Air pollution, plastic waste and climate change are affecting people and nature around the world.
One of the biggest problems is plastic pollution. Every day, people use millions of plastic products, and much of this waste ends up in rivers and oceans.
Climate change is also causing higher temperatures, droughts and floods in many countries.
However, there are solutions. People can recycle, use less plastic, save water and electricity, and choose renewable energy when possible.
Governments and companies also have an important role to play. If everyone works together, we can create a cleaner and healthier future.
1. What is one of the biggest environmental problems mentioned?
2. Where does much plastic waste end up?
3. What can climate change cause?
4. What can people do to help?
5. Who has an important role to play?
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( 10 ) Expression orale
🗣️ Parlez de la météo et de l’environnement
What's the weather like today?
Exemple : Today it's sunny and warm.
What is your favorite season?
Exemple : My favorite season is spring because the weather is nice.
Do you prefer hot or cold weather?
Exemple : I prefer warm weather because I don't like the cold.
Have you noticed changes in the weather?
Exemple : Yes, summers seem hotter than before.
What environmental problems exist in your country?
Exemple : We have air pollution in big cities.
Do you think climate change is a serious problem?
Exemple : Yes, I think it is a very serious problem.
What causes pollution?
Exemple : Cars and factories cause a lot of pollution.
What can people do to protect the environment?
Exemple : People should recycle and use less plastic.
What should governments do?
Exemple : Governments should invest in renewable energy.
What do you think the environment will be like in the future?
Exemple : I hope it will be cleaner if we act now.
Mission orale : « Speak for 2–3 minutes about the environment in your country. » — parlez de la météo et du climat dans votre pays, des changements observés, des problèmes environnementaux, de leurs causes et conséquences, des solutions possibles et de vos prédictions pour l’avenir. Utilisez will, may, might et should.
In the future, I think climate change will affect many countries. Temperatures may continue to increase, and some areas might experience more droughts and floods. However, I believe that people will become more aware of environmental problems. Governments should invest in renewable energy, and people should reduce plastic waste. If we work together, we will be able to create a cleaner and healthier world.
( 11 ) Exercices
✍️ Exercices
A. Weather vocabulary
When the sun is shining, the weather is __________.
When water falls from the sky, it is __________.
When there are many clouds, it is __________.
A very strong wind and rain can create a __________.
The weather forecast predicts tomorrow's __________.
B. Will
It __________ (rain) tomorrow.
The temperature __________ (increase).
We __________ (protect) the environment.
The weather __________ (not / be) cold.
__________ it __________ (rain) tomorrow?
C. May ou Might
It __________ rain this afternoon.
The weather __________ be colder tomorrow.
There __________ be a storm tonight.
The temperature __________ increase next week.
It __________ be sunny tomorrow.
D. Should / Shouldn't
We __________ recycle more.
People __________ waste water.
We __________ reduce plastic use.
Companies __________ pollute rivers.
Governments __________ protect forests.
Explication : « will » exprime une prédiction ou le futur. « may » et « might » expriment une possibilité. « should / shouldn't » sert à donner des conseils ou proposer des solutions.
( 12 ) Traduction
🇫🇷 Traduisez en anglais
1. Il fera chaud demain.
2. Il pourrait pleuvoir cet après-midi.
3. Nous devons protéger l’environnement.
4. Le changement climatique est un problème sérieux.
5. Nous devrions recycler davantage.
6. Nous ne devrions pas gaspiller l’eau.
7. La pollution de l’air affecte notre santé.
8. Il y aura peut-être une tempête ce soir.
9. Tout le monde peut faire la différence.
10. Nous aurons un avenir plus propre si nous travaillons ensemble.
( 13 ) Jeu de rôle
🎭 The Environmental Meeting
Situation : Student A = Community Member, Student B = Environmental Officer. Utilisez « We should... », « We need to... », « The government should... », « People shouldn't... » et « One solution is to... ».
Student A — Community Member
In our city, air pollution is getting worse because there are too many cars. As a result, many people have health problems.
Student B — Environmental Officer
We should encourage people to use public transport and bicycles. We also need more green spaces in the city.
Student A — Community Member
What about plastic waste? We throw away a lot of plastic every day.
Student B — Environmental Officer
One solution is to ban single-use plastic bags. People should also recycle more.
Student A — Community Member
I agree. The government should invest in renewable energy too.
Student B — Environmental Officer
Yes, we shouldn't depend on fossil fuels. Solar and wind energy are good alternatives.
( 14 ) Quiz
📝 Quiz final — 10 questions
1. It ___ rain tomorrow.
2. It ___ rain this afternoon.
3. We should ___ more.
4. 'Drought' signifie :
5. Which sentence is correct?
6. Which sentence expresses a possibility?
7. What causes air pollution?
8. We ___ waste water.
9. 'Renewable energy' means:
10. Which sentence is correct?
( 15 ) Mission finale
🎯 My Prediction for the Future
Enregistrez-vous pendant 2 à 3 minutes : « What will the environment be like in the future? » Utilisez will, may, might et should, ainsi que le vocabulaire de l’environnement.
In the future, I think climate change will affect many countries. Temperatures may continue to increase, and some areas might experience more droughts and floods. However, I believe that people will become more aware of environmental problems. Governments should invest in renewable energy, and people should reduce plastic waste. If we work together, we will be able to create a cleaner and healthier world.
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