37. Global Problems

regarding or affecting the entire world

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

any destruction caused by the nature that results in a great amount of damage or the death of many, such as an earthquake, flood, etc.

a very strong and destructive wind that moves in circles, often seen in the Caribbean

a heavy fall of snow with a strong wind

an uncontrolled and destructive fire that occurs in a forest or other wooded area

the sudden movement and shaking of the earth's surface, usually causing damage

the rising of a body of water that covers dry places and causes damage

(of a river) to become filled and overflown with water and spread it onto the surrounding lands

(of a space) filled with things or people

owning a very small amount of money or a very small number of things

needing or wanting something to eat

someone who does not have a place to live in and so lives on the streets

without a job and seeking employment

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

containing harmful or dirty substances

toxic and harmful substances in the air that can cause illnesses

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

a situation where a car collides with something, such as another vehicle or other object

a large number of bikes, cars, buses, etc. that are waiting in lines behind each other which move very slowly

a time of day at which traffic is the heaviest because people are leaving for work or home

a sudden and unfortunate event that causes a great amount of death and destruction

created by humans rather than occurring naturally in the environment

a collective action by workers who refuse to work until certain demands are met