Unit 5 Text 18 The Park

Learn the following words before reading curve n. a line which has no straight part council n. a small group of persons to make laws and manage a town or city board n. a flat piece of wood for special use eagle n. a large bird which can see far and fly strongly seesaw n. a plank resting on a support at its middle slide swing

Background Information Racial discrimination The development of human rights policy is one of the Department’s key responsibilities, particularly in ensuring that domestic laws meet Australia’s international obligations, including with respect to racial equality and preventing racial discrimination. Racial Discrimination Act The Racial Discrimination Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of race in many areas of public life. These include in employment, renting or buying property, the provision of goods and services, accessing public places and in advertising. The Act also prohibits offensive behaviour based on racial hatred (racial vilification). Complaints of racial discrimination or vilification The Department does not handle complaints of discrimination or vilification. If you have a discrimination or vilification complaint, contact the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission.

Answer these questions 1. on his first visit to the park, the boy A. climbed over he fence B. went to play on the seesaw C. stood outside and watched 2. which did the attendant do last? A. he showed the boy the notice board. B. he touched the boy’s shoulder C. he took the boy to the gate

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