Notes
Lifeguard ライフガード;
unfamiliar waters 知らない水域;
drown 溺れる;
cramp 痙攣 けいれん;

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Summer vacation 2024 will start soon! Enjoy your holidays but keep these safety tips in mind.

With the hot weather, swimming and playing by rivers are popular activities, but they can be risky. Swim only where there are lifeguards or safety facilities, and never swim alone or without permission. Avoid unfamiliar waters and get professional help if someone is drowning. If you feel unwell or get cramps while swimming, get out of the water and call for help.

When traveling abroad, you should research the destination, stay connected with family, and secure important documents. Manage your money carefully, stay safe, and respect local customs. Also, remember to purchase travel insurance and know emergency contacts.

Always follow traffic rules and drive responsibly. Be polite on public transport by offering seats and keeping noise levels low.

Enjoy your summer vacation safely!
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Notes
fireplace 暖炉;
thaw 解ける;
poisonous fangs 毒牙;
venom 毒;
wicked 邪悪な;

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One winter day, a kind-hearted farmer found a snake lying in the snow. It was nearly frozen to death. Feeling pity, the farmer picked it up and decided to help. He carried the snake home and placed it near the fireplace to warm up.

As the snake began to thaw, it slowly regained its strength. The farmer was happy to see the snake recovering and felt proud of his good deed. But then, as soon as the snake was fully warmed, it bit the farmer’s hand with its poisonous fangs.

Shocked and in pain, the farmer realized his mistake. He fell to the ground, his body growing weak from the venom. With his last breath, he said, “I should have known better than to trust a snake. Kindness to the wicked can only lead to harm.”

So, remember, helping those who are naturally harmful can bring danger to you.
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