Earth Day – Reading Comprehension

Today, 22 April, we celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day started in 1970 in the United States. Millions of people joined together to ask for cleaner air, cleaner water, and better protection for nature. After some years, Earth Day became an international event, and now many countries celebrate it every year.

The Earth gives us air, water, food, and beautiful places to live. But today the planet has many problems. Pollution, waste, fires, and wars can damage nature and make life difficult for people and animals.

We are not the owners of the Earth. We are guests, and we must take care of our home. Every person can help with small actions. We can recycle, save water, use less plastic, plant trees, and keep our streets clean. We can also choose peace and respect nature every day.

If we work together, we can make the world cleaner, safer, and better for the future.

True or False

1. ☐ True ☐ False — Earth Day started in 1970.
2. ☐ True ☐ False — Earth Day is celebrated only in the United States.
3. ☐ True ☐ False — Wars can damage nature.
4. ☐ True ☐ False — We are the owners of the Earth.
5. ☐ True ☐ False — Small actions can help the planet.

Open Questions

1. When do we celebrate Earth Day?

2. Where did Earth Day start?

3. What does the Earth give us?

4. Write two actions to help the planet.

5. Why is Earth Day important?