5th November Advanced English Practice (C1/C2) - Red Squirrel

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Today's episode is about the Red Squirrel. Listen here to find out more about it.  If you want to read along with the audio find the article ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Come and be part of my Patreon community for just $1/$3 per month, where you'll get access to special video content. This month, I'm sharing an exclusive video about the UK's Bonfire Night celebrations that take place on November 5th. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details. If you want more information about private lessons at whatever level you need email me at [email protected] Check your understanding What animal is the focus of this text, and what is it affectionately called by the British people? Describe some of the distinctive features and behaviours of the red squirrel mentioned in the text. What challenges do red squirrels face due to the presence of grey squirrels, and why are grey squirrels considered formidable adversaries? What are "red squirrel strongholds," and in which regions of the United Kingdom are they particularly active? How can individuals and local communities contribute to red squirrel conservation efforts, as highlighted in the text?