Lesson 44
New words and expressions:1. forestThrough the forestMany forests have been destroyed.We must protect tropical forests.2. riskMrs. Anne Sterling did not think of the risk she was taking when she ran through a forest after two men.He saved the drowning boy at the risk of his own life.There is too much risk on the stock market.3. picnicThe picnic was ruined by a heavy rain.They often go for a picnic on sunny days.4. edgeMany species are at the edge of extinction.Her age was on the edge of forty.5. strapIn the struggle, the strap broke and, with the bag in their possession, both men started running through the trees.He bought a new watch because the old one’s strap had broken.She hunted through many shops, but could not find a strap that matched her watch.6. possessionHe is in possession of a (large company).The old house is now in the possession of the government.7. breathShe was soon out of breath, but she continued to run.He took deep breaths when he got to the top of the mountain.She held her breath.8. contentsWhen she caught up with them, she saw that they had sat down and were going through the contents of the bag, so she ran straight at them.She went through the safe, but could not find the important contract.Most of the contents of the safe are jewelry. 9. mendThe strap needs mending.My father spent a whole day mending the hedge.She is mending her coat.