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Emergency service: people are police or ambulance workers who help when there is a sudden problem that needs quick action. Trapped: people who live in their houses hit by an earthquake. They were stuck somewhere and were unable to escape. Survivor: people are survivors who live through a dangerous...

Emergency service: people are police or ambulance workers who help when there is a sudden problem that needs quick action. Trapped: people who live in their houses hit by an earthquake. They were stuck somewhere and were unable to escape. Survivor: people are survivors who live through a dangerous or difficult situation. Widespread: it means something happens in many places or affects many people. Damage: something or someone is broken or hurt. When people are damaged, it means they are hurt emotionally. They may experience bad trauma. Infrastructure: It is the basic stuff a place needs to work well. Things like roads, bridges, schools, hospitals, and even the internet are all part of infrastructure. Battle against time Rush to complete something 1. The surgeon raced to save the car crash survivor in a battle against time. 2. She faced a personal battle against time to recover from her illness and return to work 3. Residents were in a battle against time to evacuate their homes during the floods. Rocked by moved from one side to another or shaken emotionally 1. Boats were rocked by the huge storm as it hit the harbour.  2. The coastal city was rocked by a powerful earthquake that caused widespread damage. 3. The international community was rocked by the terrorist attack Aftershock a smaller, secondary earthquake 1. The aftershock following the main earthquake made rescue efforts more difficult. 2. The city was still reeling from the aftershocks of the earthquake. 3. Earthquake victims were advised to stay vigilant in case of aftershocks. Cage : it is a structure made of wire that is used to keep animals or birds Preach : It is like giving a speech about something or beliefs. Splat : action of something hitting a flat surface with a sudden, wet sound. For example, if a raindrop hits a window, it can make a splat sound. Flap : a bird’s wings when it flies. Perhaps : this means maybe or possibly. It is used to express uncertainty or possibility. Rascal : it can describe a person who is naughty or mischievous. GRR! : it is used to express frustration or annoyance. OOPS! : it is used to express surprise or regret, often when something has gone wrong or been done by mistake. PHEW! : it is an exclamation used to express relief or exhaustion. People say “Thank goodness!” Tough time : It is a time when things are challenging or unpleasant. Squeak: It is a high-pitched, shrill sound made by small animals or birds. Objects rubbing together may produce this sound. Recognize: this means to identify or know someone or something. Tring : It’s used to convey the sound of the bell. It is like the sound of a phone or telephone ringing. EH! : It is an informal expression used to show surprise, or excitement. It is like say WOW! or Really? In a casual way. BAM: it is a slang term used to express surprise, excitement, or impact. It is like say WOW or Boom!. Rogue: this means a person who behaves in a dishonest way. It is like they like to play tricks or break the rules. WOOF!: it can describe the sound of a dog barking. Good heavens: it is an exclamation used to express surprise, shock, or disbelief. It is like saying Oh my goodness! or Holy cow! BZZ: It is used to represent the sound of a buzzing insect like a bee or a housefly. It can describe the buzzing noise they make. Bulldozer!: It is a big vehicle with a heavy blade in front that is used to push rocks. Biff: it is a word used to represent a sudden, forceful impact or blow.