4/4 Talk about Arbor Day activities in Korea.

Arbor Day is observed all around. The day encourages people to plant trees.

* be observed: 지켜지다

ex> World Water Day is observed across the globe.

It was designated as a public holiday in Korea in 1948, but it no longer became a holiday in 2005.

* be designated as: ~으로 지정되다

ex> All restaurants were designated as non-smoking areas.

However, Arbor Day is still celebrated in Korea.

Korea’s Forest Service holds events to enlighten people about the importance of trees.

* hold events: 행사를 열다

ex> I decided to hold a special event to celebrate our anniversary.

They also give out free seedlings.

* give out: 나눠 주다

ex> They didn't have any samples to give out.

People volunteer to plant trees at national parks and in the mountains.

Planting trees is an inexpensive and effective way to prevent global warming and save the planet.

ex> Security cameras can be an effective way to prevent crimes.

@ I’m about to lose my mind.  완전히 돌아 버릴 지경이야. 

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1.      The custom is not observed anymore.

2.      The area was designated as a national park.

3.      It is a good place to hold events.

4.      They were giving out free coffee at the entrance.

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