30日間オーストラリア英語 — 5日目
危険な動物、対処法
While Australia is celebrated for its adorable koalas and playful kangaroos, the continent is equally notorious for harbouring some of the most dangerous creatures on Earth. The box jellyfish, predominantly found in the tropical waters of northern Australia, possesses venom so potent that it can cause cardiac arrest within minutes. Situated along the coastline, numerous beaches display prominent warning signs during jellyfish season, which typically extends from November through May. Inland, the eastern brown snake — responsible for approximately 60 percent of snakebite fatalities in Australia — inhabits grasslands and farmland where working holiday makers frequently find employment. What many newcomers fail to realise is that the majority of dangerous encounters can be prevented through simple precautionary measures. Were one to follow basic safety guidelines — such as wearing enclosed footwear in rural areas, checking shoes before putting them on, and swimming exclusively at patrolled beaches — the risk of a dangerous encounter would be substantially diminished. Rarely do fatal incidents occur among those who exercise appropriate caution and remain aware of their surroundings.
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Q: 本文によると、東部ブラウンスネークはオーストラリアの蛇咬傷死亡事故の何パーセントを占めていますか？
Founded by the legendary Steve Irwin, whose passion for wildlife conservation inspired millions worldwide, Australia Zoo in Queensland is an experience that exceeded all of my expectations. Encompassing over 100 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, the zoo houses an extraordinary collection of both dangerous and docile creatures. What I found most educational was the Crocoseum show, where experienced handlers demonstrated the immense power and speed of saltwater crocodiles — the largest living reptiles on Earth. Had I not witnessed it with my own eyes, I would never have believed how rapidly a five-metre crocodile could launch itself out of the water. The snake exhibit was equally informative, providing detailed explanations of what to do should one encounter a venomous snake in the wild. Not only did the staff exhibit remarkable expertise, but their genuine enthusiasm for animal welfare was evident throughout every interaction. Whoever has even the slightest interest in Australian wildlife should consider this zoo an essential destination. The Irwin family's legacy continues to inspire conservation efforts across the globe.
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Q: オーストラリア動物園を創設したのは誰ですか？
1. ハコクラゲ（世界最強の毒を持つクラゲ）2. イースタンブラウンスネーク（内陸部の草地に多い）3. イリエワニ（北部の河川や海岸に生息、最大7m）4. シドニージョウゴグモ（世界最も危険なクモの一つ）5. ブルーリングオクトパス（小さいが猛毒）。ただし、年間死亡者数は非常に少なく、適切な注意を払えば安全に過ごせます。
ファームジョブでは長ズボン・長袖・ブーツが基本装備。靴は履く前に必ず振って中を確認（サソリやクモが入っていることがある）。ビーチでは赤と黄色の旗の間で泳ぐこと。北部QLD（ケアンズ等）の海では11〜5月はスティンガースーツ着用推奨。蛇を見たら静かにゆっくり後退し、絶対に近づかないこと。
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Q: ジェイクが蛇に遭遇した時にすべきだと言ったことはどれですか？
今日のそのまま使える表現3つ
Key Sentencesを並べ替えて作ってみよう
Q1: 「基本的な安全指針に従えば、リスクは大幅に減少するでしょう。」
Q2: 「もし自分の目で見ていなかったら、決して信じなかったでしょう。」
Q3: 「常識を働かせれば、あなたは完全に大丈夫でしょう。」
今日のことを3行で書いてみよう
💡 今日の会話や文をマネしてOK！わからない英語は日本語のままで大丈夫。