Lesson 26: 기후 변화 영향 (P3+4+5)

TOEIC Speaking L5-26: Effects of Climate Change

L5 Part 3+4+5 3-Part Combo

Effects of Climate Change

기후 변화 영향

⏱️ 30 min 📊 Target: 120-140 📖 Lesson 26

Today's Goals

1 min

기후 변화 관련 핵심 어휘 습득

carbon emissions, extreme weather, sea level rise, renewable energy

Part 3+4: 기후 변화 영향 분석 및 데이터 기반 답변

원인-결과 설명, 통계 데이터 해석

Part 5: 기후 정책에 대한 논리적 의견 표현

60초 동안 균형 잡힌 논증 전개

Vocabulary

4 min

carbon emissions/ˈkɑːrbən ɪˈmɪʃnz/

탄소 배출

extreme weather/ɪkˈstriːm ˈweðər/

극단적 기상

sea level rise/siː ˈlevl raɪz/

해수면 상승

renewable energy/rɪˈnjuːəbl ˈenərdʒi/

재생 에너지

carbon footprint/ˈkɑːrbən ˈfʊtprɪnt/

탄소 발자국

global warming/ˈɡloʊbl ˈwɔːrmɪŋ/

지구 온난화

sustainability/səˌsteɪnəˈbɪləti/

지속가능성

ecosystem/ˈiːkoʊsɪstəm/

생태계

🎯 발음 연습

• sustainability: sus-tain-a-BIL-i-ty (4번째 음절 강세)
• ecosystem: E-co-sys-tem (1번째 음절 강세)
• renewable: re-NEW-a-ble (2번째 음절 강세)

Strategy

4 min

📋 Part 3+4+5 Combo 안내

Part 3: 기후 변화 경험/의견 Q&A (준비 없음, 즉시 답변) × 1세트
Part 4: 기후 데이터 기반 질문 응답 (30초 준비 + 15s/15s/30s 답변) × 2세트
Part 5: 기후 정책 의견 (15초 준비 + 60초 답변) × 1

1 Part 3: 원인-결과 연결 답변 ▼

연결 표현:
• "This has led to more frequent extreme weather."
• "As a result of rising temperatures..."
• "One consequence is that ecosystems are disrupted."

💡 기후 변화 질문은 '현상 → 원인 → 결과' 순서로 답하세요!

2 Part 4: 환경 데이터 해석 ▼

데이터 비교 표현:
• "The data shows a significant increase in..."
• "Compared to 2010, emissions have risen by 25%."
• "This trend indicates that urgent action is needed."

3 Part 5: 정책 의견 구조 (60초) ▼

60초 구조:
• 입장 (10s): "I believe that..."
• 근거 1 (15s): "First, from an environmental perspective..."
• 근거 2 (15s): "Additionally, from an economic standpoint..."
• 반론 인정 + 결론 (20s): "While some may argue... However..."

💡 정책 의견은 다각도 분석이 핵심! 환경+경제+사회 관점을 다루세요.

Practice

17 min

Part 3: Q&A Response

P3-1 No Prep!

Q1 ⏱️ 15초

Have you noticed any effects of climate change in your area?

Q2 ⏱️ 15초

What do you think is the main cause of climate change?

Q3 ⏱️ 30초

What actions can individuals take to reduce their environmental impact?

🔹 기본 답변

Yes, I have noticed changes. Summers are much hotter than before. We also have more heavy rain and flooding.

I think the main cause is burning fossil fuels. Cars, factories, and power plants release a lot of carbon dioxide into the air.

People can do many things. First, they can use less energy at home. Second, they can take public transportation instead of driving. Third, they can reduce, reuse, and recycle. Finally, they can eat less meat because meat production creates a lot of emissions.

🔸 심화 답변

Definitely. I've observed increasingly extreme weather patterns—heat waves lasting longer and more intense rainfall causing flooding.

The primary driver is the burning of fossil fuels, which releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. Industrial activities and deforestation compound the problem.

Individuals can make a meaningful difference through several actions. First, reducing energy consumption at home by using efficient appliances. Second, choosing sustainable transportation options like public transit or cycling. Third, being mindful about consumption habits—reducing waste, choosing sustainable products, and considering the carbon footprint of our food choices. Collectively, these individual actions can drive broader systemic change.

Part 4: Information-Based Response

P4 Set 1 30s prep + 3 Qs

📋 상황: 당신은 환경 연구원입니다. 팀장이 각국 탄소 배출 데이터에 대해 질문합니다.

Country	2015 Emissions	2024 Emissions	Change
Country A	5.2 billion tons	4.8 billion tons	-8%
Country B	2.1 billion tons	2.5 billion tons	+19%
Country C	1.8 billion tons	1.3 billion tons	-28%

🌍 Country A

2015:5.2B tons

2024:4.8B tons

Change:-8%

🌍 Country B

2015:2.1B tons

2024:2.5B tons

Change:+19%

🌍 Country C

2015:1.8B tons

2024:1.3B tons

Change:-28%

Q1 ⏱️ 15초

Which country achieved the largest reduction in emissions?

Q2 ⏱️ 15초

What happened to Country B's emissions over this period?

Q3 ⏱️ 30초

Based on this data, what conclusions can you draw about global emission trends?

🔹 기본 답변

Country C achieved the largest reduction. Their emissions went down by 28 percent.

Country B's emissions increased. They went up from 2.1 billion to 2.5 billion tons—a 19 percent increase.

The data shows mixed results. Some countries are reducing emissions, but others are still increasing. Country C shows that big reductions are possible. However, Country B's increase is concerning. Overall, global progress is uneven.

🔸 심화 답변

Country C achieved the most significant reduction, cutting emissions by 28 percent—from 1.8 to 1.3 billion tons over nine years.

In contrast to the others, Country B saw a substantial increase of 19 percent, rising from 2.1 to 2.5 billion tons. This suggests possible rapid industrialization or less aggressive climate policies.

The data reveals an uneven picture of global climate action. While some nations like Country C demonstrate that significant reductions are achievable, the increase in Country B shows that global emissions may continue rising if developing economies prioritize growth over environmental concerns. This highlights the need for international cooperation and technology transfer to ensure all countries can pursue sustainable development paths.

P4 Set 2 30s prep + 3 Qs

📋 상황: 당신은 기후 정책 분석가입니다. 부서장이 극단적 기상 현상 데이터에 대해 질문합니다.

Event Type	2010	2024	Increase
Heat Waves	45 events	78 events	+73%
Severe Floods	52 events	89 events	+71%
Droughts	28 events	41 events	+46%

🌡️ Heat Waves

2010:45 events

2024:78 events

Increase:+73%

🌊 Severe Floods

2010:52 events

2024:89 events

Increase:+71%

🏜️ Droughts

2010:28 events

2024:41 events

Increase:+46%

Q1 ⏱️ 15초

Which type of extreme weather event showed the greatest increase?

Q2 ⏱️ 15초

How many more severe floods occurred in 2024 compared to 2010?

Q3 ⏱️ 30초

What do these trends suggest about the urgency of climate action?

🔹 기본 답변

Heat waves showed the greatest increase at 73 percent.

There were 37 more severe floods in 2024. The number went from 52 to 89 events.

These trends show that climate change is already happening. Extreme weather is becoming more common. This means we need to act quickly. Governments need to reduce emissions and prepare for more disasters in the future.

🔸 심화 답변

Heat waves demonstrated the most dramatic increase, rising by 73 percent—from 45 events in 2010 to 78 in 2024.

There were 37 additional severe flood events, representing a 71 percent increase from 52 to 89 occurrences over this fourteen-year period.

These statistics underscore the urgent need for climate action. All three categories show substantial increases exceeding 40 percent, indicating that extreme weather events are accelerating rather than stabilizing. This has profound implications for infrastructure planning, disaster preparedness, and ultimately human lives. The data strongly suggests that both mitigation efforts to reduce emissions and adaptation strategies to manage impacts must be significantly intensified.

Part 5: Express an Opinion

P5 15s + 60s

Some argue that economic development should take priority over environmental protection, while others believe environmental concerns should come first. Which view do you agree with? Explain your reasoning with specific examples.

🔹 기본 답변

I think we need to protect the environment while also developing the economy. We can't choose just one. If we destroy the environment, the economy will suffer too. For example, air pollution makes people sick, and that costs a lot of money for healthcare. Also, climate change causes disasters that damage homes and businesses. So protecting the environment is actually good for the economy in the long run. We should invest in clean energy and green technology. This creates new jobs and helps the environment at the same time.

🔸 심화 답변

I believe this is a false dichotomy—we don't have to choose between economic development and environmental protection. From an economic perspective, ignoring environmental concerns actually undermines long-term prosperity. Climate-related disasters cost billions annually in damage and lost productivity. Healthcare costs from pollution strain national budgets. From a practical standpoint, countries investing in renewable energy are now seeing job creation and economic growth—Germany and South Korea are prime examples of green growth strategies. While some argue that developing nations need the flexibility to prioritize growth, the reality is that sustainable development is the only viable path forward. Short-term gains from environmental destruction lead to long-term economic collapse. In conclusion, the question shouldn't be "which comes first" but rather "how do we achieve both through smart, sustainable policies."

Challenge

ADVANCED 2 min

실전 문제 고급

Do you think carbon taxes are an effective way to combat climate change? Why or why not?

Self Check

1 min

✓ Part 3: 원인-결과 연결 표현을 사용했나요?

✓ Part 4: 데이터를 정확히 인용하고 해석했나요?

✓ Part 5: 60초 동안 다각도 분석을 포함했나요?

✓ sustainability, emissions 등 핵심 어휘를 활용했나요?

Wrap Up

1 min

📌 핵심 표현 정리

Q&A

The primary driver is the burning of fossil fuels.

주요 원인은 화석 연료 연소입니다.

정보

This reveals an uneven picture of global climate action.

이것은 글로벌 기후 행동의 불균등한 모습을 보여줍니다.

의견

This is a false dichotomy—we don't have to choose.

이것은 잘못된 이분법입니다—우리는 선택할 필요가 없습니다.

의견

Sustainable development is the only viable path forward.

지속 가능한 개발만이 유일하게 실현 가능한 길입니다.

📚 Next Lesson

L5-27: Sustainable Consumption (지속 가능한 소비) - Part 1+2+5