Parka

Parka

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Raincoat

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Overcoat

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Anorak

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Coats and Heavy wear

Coats and Heavy wear

Parka - Clothes and Fashion

20 chapters
levelintermediate

Discover our readings on coats and heavy wear to explore cozy and protective options for cold weather, from parkas to overcoats and beyond.

Vocabulary
1.
wrap up
[v]
/ræp ʌp/
2.
cozy
[adj]
/ˈkoʊzi/
3.
thick
[adj]
/θɪk/
4.
hood
[n]
/hʊd/
5.
fun fact
[n]
/fˈʌn fˈækt/
6.
Inuit
[n]
/ˈɪnut/
7.
survive
[v]
/sɚˈvaɪv/
8.
caribou
[n]
/ˈkɛɹɪˌbu/
9.
seal
[n]
/siːl/
10.
synthetic fiber
[n]
/sɪnθˈɛɾɪk fˈaɪbɚ/
11.
wearer
[n]
/ˈwɛɹɝ/
12.
freezing
[adj]
/ˈfrizɪŋ/
13.
get through
[v]
/ɡɛt θɹˈuː/
14.
weather the storm
[phrase]
/wˈɛðɚ ðə stˈoːɹm/
15.
down feather
[n]
/dˌaʊn fˈɛðɚ/
16.
padding
[n]
/ˈpædɪŋ/
17.
trap
[v]
/træp/
18.
handle
[v]
/ˈhændəɫ/
19.
lightweight
[adj]
/ˈɫaɪtˈweɪt/
20.
fur-lined
[adj]
/fˈɜːlˈaɪnd/
21.
waterproof
[adj]
/ˈwɔtɝˌpɹuf/
22.
worth one's weight in gold
[phrase]
/wˈɜːθ wˈʌnz wˈeɪt ɪn ɡˈoʊld/
23.
hit
[v]
/hɪt/
24.
stylish
[adj]
/ˈstaɪlɪʃ/
25.
ice storm
[n]
/ˈaɪs stˈoːɹm/
26.
bitter
[adj]
/ˈbɪtɚ/
27.
functional
[adj]
/ˈfʌŋkʃənəl/
28.
look the part
[phrase]
/lˈʊk ðə pˈɑːɹt/
29.
on the other (hand)
[adv]
/ɑːnðɪ ˈʌðɚ hˈænd ɔːɹ/
30.
mild
[adj]
/maɪld/
31.
do the trick
[phrase]
/dˈuː ðə tɹˈɪk/
32.
adjustable
[adj]
/əˈdʒəstəbəɫ/
33.
cuff
[n]
/kʌf/
34.
make sure
[phrase]
/meɪk ʃʊr/
35.
the devil is in the detail
[sentence]
/ðə dˈɛvəl ɪz ɪnðə diːtˈeɪl/
36.
make a difference
[phrase]
/mˌeɪk ɐ ɔːɹ ðə dˈɪfɹəns/
37.
essential
[adj]
/ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
38.
depend on
[v]
/dɪpˈɛnd ˈɑːn/
39.
degree Celsius
[n]
/dɪɡɹˈiː sˈɛlsɪəs/
40.
insulation
[n]
/ˌɪnsəˈɫeɪʃən/
41.
expedition
[n]
/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/
42.
better safe than sorry
[sentence]
/bˈɛɾɚ sˈeɪf ðɐn sˈɔːɹi/
43.
reliable
[adj]
/rɪˈlaɪəbəl/
44.
influential
[adj]
/ˌɪnfɫuˈɛnʃəɫ/
45.
battlefield
[n]
/ˈbætəɫˌfiɫd/
46.
crouch
[v]
/ˈkɹaʊtʃ/
47.
harsh
[adj]
/hɑrʃ/
48.
surplus
[n]
/ˈsɝpɫəs/
49.
catch on
[v]
/kˈætʃ ˈɑːn/
50.
over time
[adv]
/ˌoʊvɚ tˈaɪm/

1.
wrap up
[v]
/ræp ʌp/
2.
cozy
[adj]
/ˈkoʊzi/
3.
thick
[adj]
/θɪk/
4.
hood
[n]
/hʊd/
5.
fun fact
[n]
/fˈʌn fˈækt/
6.
Inuit
[n]
/ˈɪnut/
7.
survive
[v]
/sɚˈvaɪv/
8.
caribou
[n]
/ˈkɛɹɪˌbu/
9.
seal
[n]
/siːl/
10.
synthetic fiber
[n]
/sɪnθˈɛɾɪk fˈaɪbɚ/
11.
wearer
[n]
/ˈwɛɹɝ/
12.
freezing
[adj]
/ˈfrizɪŋ/
13.
get through
[v]
/ɡɛt θɹˈuː/
14.
weather the storm
[phrase]
/wˈɛðɚ ðə stˈoːɹm/
15.
down feather
[n]
/dˌaʊn fˈɛðɚ/
16.
padding
[n]
/ˈpædɪŋ/
17.
trap
[v]
/træp/
18.
handle
[v]
/ˈhændəɫ/
19.
lightweight
[adj]
/ˈɫaɪtˈweɪt/
20.
fur-lined
[adj]
/fˈɜːlˈaɪnd/
21.
waterproof
[adj]
/ˈwɔtɝˌpɹuf/
22.
worth one's weight in gold
[phrase]
/wˈɜːθ wˈʌnz wˈeɪt ɪn ɡˈoʊld/
23.
hit
[v]
/hɪt/
24.
stylish
[adj]
/ˈstaɪlɪʃ/
25.
ice storm
[n]
/ˈaɪs stˈoːɹm/
26.
bitter
[adj]
/ˈbɪtɚ/
27.
functional
[adj]
/ˈfʌŋkʃənəl/
28.
look the part
[phrase]
/lˈʊk ðə pˈɑːɹt/
29.
on the other (hand)
[adv]
/ɑːnðɪ ˈʌðɚ hˈænd ɔːɹ/
30.
mild
[adj]
/maɪld/
31.
do the trick
[phrase]
/dˈuː ðə tɹˈɪk/
32.
adjustable
[adj]
/əˈdʒəstəbəɫ/
33.
cuff
[n]
/kʌf/
34.
make sure
[phrase]
/meɪk ʃʊr/
35.
the devil is in the detail
[sentence]
/ðə dˈɛvəl ɪz ɪnðə diːtˈeɪl/
36.
make a difference
[phrase]
/mˌeɪk ɐ ɔːɹ ðə dˈɪfɹəns/
37.
essential
[adj]
/ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
38.
depend on
[v]
/dɪpˈɛnd ˈɑːn/
39.
degree Celsius
[n]
/dɪɡɹˈiː sˈɛlsɪəs/
40.
insulation
[n]
/ˌɪnsəˈɫeɪʃən/
41.
expedition
[n]
/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/
42.
better safe than sorry
[sentence]
/bˈɛɾɚ sˈeɪf ðɐn sˈɔːɹi/
43.
reliable
[adj]
/rɪˈlaɪəbəl/
44.
influential
[adj]
/ˌɪnfɫuˈɛnʃəɫ/
45.
battlefield
[n]
/ˈbætəɫˌfiɫd/
46.
crouch
[v]
/ˈkɹaʊtʃ/
47.
harsh
[adj]
/hɑrʃ/
48.
surplus
[n]
/ˈsɝpɫəs/
49.
catch on
[v]
/kˈætʃ ˈɑːn/
50.
over time
[adv]
/ˌoʊvɚ tˈaɪm/
1.
wrap up
[v]
/ræp ʌp/
membungkus,menyelimuti
2.
cozy
[adj]
/ˈkoʊzi/
nyaman,hangat
3.
thick
[adj]
/θɪk/
tebal,padat
4.
hood
[n]
/hʊd/
kerudung,penutup kepala
5.
fun fact
[n]
/fˈʌn fˈækt/
fakta menyenangkan,informasi menarik
6.
Inuit
[n]
/ˈɪnut/
Inuit,kelompok masyarakat adat dari wilayah Arktik di Amerika Utara
7.
survive
[v]
/sɚˈvaɪv/
bertahan hidup,tetap ada
8.
caribou
[n]
/ˈkɛɹɪˌbu/
karibu,rusa kutub
9.
seal
[n]
/siːl/
anjing laut,singa laut
10.
synthetic fiber
[n]
/sɪnθˈɛɾɪk fˈaɪbɚ/
serat sintetis,serat buatan
11.
wearer
[n]
/ˈwɛɹɝ/
pemakai,pengguna
12.
freezing
[adj]
/ˈfrizɪŋ/
membeku,sangat dingin
13.
get through
[v]
/ɡɛt θɹˈuː/
melewati,berhasil melewati
14.
weather the storm
[phrase]
/wˈɛðɚ ðə stˈoːɹm/
lolos dari krisis
15.
down feather
[n]
/dˌaʊn fˈɛðɚ/
bulu halus,bulu bawah
16.
padding
[n]
/ˈpædɪŋ/
bantalan,lapisan empuk
17.
trap
[v]
/træp/
menjebak,menahan
18.
handle
[v]
/ˈhændəɫ/
menangani,mengelola
19.
lightweight
[adj]
/ˈɫaɪtˈweɪt/
ringan,beratnya sedikit
20.
fur-lined
[adj]
/fˈɜːlˈaɪnd/
berlapis bulu,dilapisi bulu
21.
waterproof
[adj]
/ˈwɔtɝˌpɹuf/
tahan air,kedap air
22.
worth one's weight in gold
[phrase]
/wˈɜːθ wˈʌnz wˈeɪt ɪn ɡˈoʊld/
extremely valuable or highly useful, especially because of skill, reliability, or importance
23.
hit
[v]
/hɪt/
sampai di,mencapai
24.
stylish
[adj]
/ˈstaɪlɪʃ/
bergaya,elegan
25.
ice storm
[n]
/ˈaɪs stˈoːɹm/
badai es,hujan beku
26.
bitter
[adj]
/ˈbɪtɚ/
dingin menusuk,tajam
27.
functional
[adj]
/ˈfʌŋkʃənəl/
fungsional,praktis
28.
look the part
[phrase]
/lˈʊk ðə pˈɑːɹt/
to appear suitable or convincing for a particular role, job, or situation based on one's appearance
29.
on the other (hand)
[adv]
/ɑːnðɪ ˈʌðɚ hˈænd ɔːɹ/
di sisi lain,sebaliknya
30.
mild
[adj]
/maɪld/
sejuk, sedang
31.
do the trick
[phrase]
/dˈuː ðə tɹˈɪk/
berhasil menyelesaikan masalah
32.
adjustable
[adj]
/əˈdʒəstəbəɫ/
dapat disesuaikan,bisa diatur
33.
cuff
[n]
/kʌf/
manset,lipatan
34.
make sure
[phrase]
/meɪk ʃʊr/
to take steps to confirm if something is correct, safe, or properly arranged
35.
the devil is in the detail
[sentence]
/ðə dˈɛvəl ɪz ɪnðə diːtˈeɪl/
masalahnya ada di detail
36.
make a difference
[phrase]
/mˌeɪk ɐ ɔːɹ ðə dˈɪfɹəns/
to have a very strong and noticeable effect on someone or something
37.
essential
[adj]
/ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
esensial,penting
38.
depend on
[v]
/dɪpˈɛnd ˈɑːn/
bergantung pada sesuatu
39.
degree Celsius
[n]
/dɪɡɹˈiː sˈɛlsɪəs/
derajat Celsius
40.
insulation
[n]
/ˌɪnsəˈɫeɪʃən/
isolasi, bahan isolasi
41.
expedition
[n]
/ˌɛkspəˈdɪʃən/
ekspedisi, ekspedisi ilmiah
42.
better safe than sorry
[sentence]
/bˈɛɾɚ sˈeɪf ðɐn sˈɔːɹi/
Lebih baik berhati-hati daripada menyesal
43.
reliable
[adj]
/rɪˈlaɪəbəl/
andal,dapat diandalkan
44.
influential
[adj]
/ˌɪnfɫuˈɛnʃəɫ/
berpengaruh,memiliki pengaruh besar
45.
battlefield
[n]
/ˈbætəɫˌfiɫd/
medan perang,lapangan pertempuran
46.
crouch
[v]
/ˈkɹaʊtʃ/
berjongkok,membungkuk
47.
harsh
[adj]
/hɑrʃ/
keras, menyilaukan, tajam
48.
surplus
[n]
/ˈsɝpɫəs/
surplus,kelebihan
49.
catch on
[v]
/kˈætʃ ˈɑːn/
menjadi populer,menyebar
50.
over time
[adv]
/ˌoʊvɚ tˈaɪm/
seiring waktu,dengan berjalannya waktu

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Parka 
Read a passage about a warm, insulated jacket with a hood, designed for cold weather, offering protection and comfort during winter activities. 

What is a Parka? 

1.1
When winter arrives, people need to wrap up warm to stay cozy.  One of the best jackets for cold weather is the parka.  This jacket is known for being long, thick, and having a large hood to keep out the cold.  It is a popular choice for staying warm and dry in freezing weather.  Let us take a look at where the parka came from, why it is so popular, and some fun facts about this special winter jacket. 

Ketika musim dingin tiba, orang perlu berpakaian hangat untuk tetap nyaman. Salah satu jaket terbaik untuk cuaca dingin adalah parka. Jaket ini dikenal karena panjang, tebal, dan memiliki tudung besar untuk menahan dingin. Ini adalah pilihan populer untuk tetap hangat dan kering dalam cuaca beku. Mari kita lihat dari mana parka berasal, mengapa begitu populer, dan beberapa fakta menyenangkan tentang jaket musim dingin khusus ini.

The History of the Parka 

1.2
The parka has a long history, starting with the Inuit people who live in places like Alaska, Canada, and Greenland.  The Inuit needed strong, warm clothing to survive the extreme cold.  They made their parkas from animal skins, usually caribou or seal.  These parkas were perfect for keeping the cold wind and snow out.  The word "parka" itself comes from their language and means "animal skin." 

Parka memiliki sejarah panjang, dimulai dengan orang Inuit yang tinggal di tempat-tempat seperti Alaska, Kanada, dan Greenland. Orang Inuit membutuhkan pakaian yang kuat dan hangat untuk bertahan hidup dalam cuaca dingin yang ekstrem. Mereka membuat parka mereka dari kulit hewan, biasanya karibu atau anjing laut. Parka ini sempurna untuk menahan angin dingin dan salju. Kata "parka" sendiri berasal dari bahasa mereka dan berarti "kulit hewan".

1.3
Today, parkas are made from lighter materials like synthetic fibers, but the basic idea is the same: to keep the wearer warm.  These modern parkas protect people from the freezing temperatures, whether they are going on a winter adventure or just getting through their day.  If you are wearing a good parka, you can weather the storm and stay comfortable, no matter how cold it gets outside. 

Saat ini, parka dibuat dari bahan yang lebih ringan seperti serat sintetis, tetapi ide dasarnya sama: membuat pemakainya tetap hangat. Parka modern ini melindungi orang dari suhu beku, baik mereka pergi petualangan musim dingin atau hanya melewati hari mereka. Jika Anda mengenakan parka yang bagus, Anda dapat menghadapi badai dan tetap nyaman, tidak peduli seberapa dinginnya di luar.

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Why Parkas Are Popular Today 

1.4
There are many reasons why parkas remain popular.  One of the biggest reasons is how warm they are.  Most parkas are filled with down feathers or synthetic padding, both of which trap heat and keep people cozy.  Down feathers are very warm and lightweight, but synthetic padding can handle wet conditions better.  Many parkas also have fur-lined hoods that keep the cold wind away from your face. 

Ada banyak alasan mengapa parka tetap populer. Salah satu alasan terbesarnya adalah betapa hangatnya mereka. Sebagian besar parka diisi dengan bulu down atau padding sintetis, keduanya menjebak panas dan membuat orang tetap nyaman. Bulu down sangat hangat dan ringan, tetapi padding sintetis dapat menangani kondisi basah dengan lebih baik. Banyak parka juga memiliki kerudung berlapis bulu yang menjauhkan angin dingin dari wajah Anda.

1.5
Parkas are also very practical.  They usually come with deep pockets to keep your hands warm or to carry small things.  Some parkas are waterproof, which is helpful when it snows or rains.  Because of these features, many people think a parka is worth its weight in gold when winter hits, as it provides both comfort and protection against the cold. 

Parka juga sangat praktis. Mereka biasanya dilengkapi dengan kantong dalam untuk menjaga tangan Anda tetap hangat atau untuk membawa barang-barang kecil. Beberapa parka tahan air, yang berguna saat turun salju atau hujan. Karena fitur-fitur ini, banyak orang berpikir bahwa parka sangat berharga ketika musim dingin tiba, karena memberikan kenyamanan dan perlindungan terhadap dingin.

Parkas in Fashion and Pop Culture 

1.6
Parkas are not only useful; they are also fashionable.  Many designers include parkas in their winter collections, making them stylish as well as practical.  You can see parkas in movies and books, too.  For example, in the movie "The Day After Tomorrow," the characters wear parkas to stay warm during a huge ice storm.  In the novel "To Build a Fire" by "Jack London," parkas help protect characters from the bitter cold as they face nature's challenges. 

Parka tidak hanya berguna; mereka juga modis. Banyak desainer memasukkan parka dalam koleksi musim dingin mereka, membuatnya stylish dan praktis. Anda dapat melihat parka di film dan buku juga. Misalnya, dalam film «The Day After Tomorrow», karakter-karakter mengenakan parka untuk tetap hangat selama badai es besar. Dalam novel «To Build a Fire» karya Jack London, parka membantu melindungi karakter dari dingin yang pahit saat mereka menghadapi tantangan alam.

1.7
Celebrities are often seen wearing parkas in cold weather, which helps make them even more popular.  Famous brands like "Canada Goose" and "The North Face" are known for making high-quality parkas, which are both functional and fashionable.  For many people, wearing a nice parka is not just about staying warm—it is also a way to look the part during the colder months. 

Selebriti sering terlihat mengenakan parka di cuaca dingin, yang membantu membuat mereka lebih populer. Merek terkenal seperti "Canada Goose" dan "The North Face" dikenal karena membuat parka berkualitas tinggi, yang fungsional dan modis. Bagi banyak orang, mengenakan parka yang bagus bukan hanya tentang tetap hangat—itu juga cara untuk tampil sesuai di bulan-bulan yang lebih dingin.

How to Choose the Right Parka 

1.8
When choosing a parka, it is important to think about how cold it gets where you live.  If your winters are very cold, you will need a thicker, warmer parka.  On the other hand, if your winters are mild, a lighter parka might do the trick.  It is also important to consider the material.  Parkas filled with down feathers are very warm, but they may not work well in wet conditions.  Synthetic fillings are less warm but perform better in rain or snow. 

Saat memilih parka, penting untuk memikirkan seberapa dingin cuaca di tempat Anda tinggal. Jika musim dingin Anda sangat dingin, Anda akan membutuhkan parka yang lebih tebal dan lebih hangat. Di sisi lain, jika musim dingin Anda ringan, parka yang lebih ringan mungkin sudah cukup. Penting juga untuk mempertimbangkan bahan. Parka yang diisi bulu angsa sangat hangat, tetapi mungkin tidak berfungsi dengan baik dalam kondisi basah. Isian sintetis kurang hangat tetapi berkinerja lebih baik saat hujan atau salju.

1.9
The length of the parka is another thing to consider.  A longer parka provides extra warmth and covers more of your body, keeping out the cold.  Some parkas also have extra features, like adjustable hoods and cuffs, which help make sure the coat fits just right.  The devil is in the details, and with parkas, small features can make a big difference in how comfortable and warm you feel. 

Panjang parka adalah hal lain yang perlu dipertimbangkan. Parka yang lebih panjang memberikan kehangatan ekstra dan menutupi lebih banyak tubuh Anda, menjaga agar dingin tidak masuk. Beberapa parka juga memiliki fitur tambahan, seperti tudung dan manset yang dapat disesuaikan, yang membantu memastikan bahwa mantel pas dengan tepat. Setan ada dalam detailnya, dan dengan parka, fitur kecil dapat membuat perbedaan besar dalam seberapa nyaman dan hangat Anda merasa.

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Parkas for Extreme Weather 

1.10
Parkas are not only great for everyday winter wear, but they are also essential for surviving in some of the coldest places on Earth.  Scientists and explorers who travel to places like Antarctica depend on parkas to keep warm in temperatures that can drop as low as -60 degrees Celsius.  These parkas are designed with extra insulation and special materials to protect against the freezing wind. 

Parkas tidak hanya bagus untuk dipakai sehari-hari di musim dingin, tetapi juga penting untuk bertahan hidup di beberapa tempat terdingin di Bumi. Ilmuwan dan penjelajah yang bepergian ke tempat-tempat seperti Antartika bergantung pada parkas untuk tetap hangat dalam suhu yang bisa turun hingga -60 derajat Celsius. Parkas ini dirancang dengan insulasi tambahan dan bahan khusus untuk melindungi dari angin yang membeku.

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One famous explorer, "Ernest Shackleton," wore a parka during his Antarctic expeditions.  His team depended on these warm jackets to stay safe in the extreme cold.  Better safe than sorry, and having a reliable parka in freezing conditions can make all the difference. 

Seorang penjelajah terkenal, "Ernest Shackleton", mengenakan parka selama ekspedisi Antartikanya. Timnya bergantung pada jaket hangat ini untuk tetap aman dalam cuaca dingin yang ekstrem. Lebih baik aman daripada menyesal, dan memiliki parka yang andal dalam kondisi beku dapat membuat semua perbedaan.

Fun Fact: The Parka That Fought a War 

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Did you know that one of the most influential designs of the modern parka was born on the battlefield?  Back in the 1950s during the Korean War, the U.S. Army created the M-51 fishtail parka to keep soldiers warm in freezing conditions.  It had a long back shaped like a fishtail, which helped protect them from cold wind and snow, especially when crouching or moving around.  The coat was tough, lined for warmth, and built to handle harsh weather.  After the war, these parkas were sold as military surplus and quickly caught on with everyday people.  Over time, the M-51 became a style favorite too—especially among young people in the '60s—and helped shape the parka we know today. 

Tahukah Anda bahwa salah satu desain paling berpengaruh dari parka modern lahir di medan perang? Pada tahun 1950-an selama Perang Korea, Angkatan Darat AS menciptakan parka M-51 fishtail untuk menjaga tentara tetap hangat dalam kondisi beku. Parka ini memiliki punggung panjang berbentuk ekor ikan, yang membantu melindungi mereka dari angin dingin dan salju, terutama saat berjongkok atau bergerak. Mantelnya kokoh, dilapisi untuk kehangatan, dan dibuat untuk menahan cuaca buruk. Setelah perang, parka ini dijual sebagai surplus militer dan dengan cepat diterima oleh masyarakat umum. Seiring waktu, M-51 juga menjadi favorit gaya—terutama di kalangan anak muda pada tahun 60-an—dan membantu membentuk parka yang kita kenal sekarang.

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1.

What is the main purpose of a parka?

A

To protect from rain only

B

To stay warm in cold weather

C

To carry heavy tools

D

To improve running speed

2.

What material did the Inuit originally use to make parkas?

A

Cotton

B

Wool

C

Plastic

D

Animal skins

3.

Sort the following events in the correct historical order:

parkas appear in fashion collections
inuit people make parkas from animal skins
u.s. army designs the m-51 parka
modern parkas use synthetic materials
4.

What is one reason someone might choose synthetic padding over down feathers?

A

It handles wet conditions better

B

It is more expensive

C

It smells better

D

It is lighter in weight

5.

Fill in the blank with the correct words from the text (Only one word is allowed in each blank).

Parkas are known for being long, thick, and having a large

.

The word "parka" comes from a language meaning

skin.

Modern parkas are often filled with down feathers or

padding.

Some parkas come with deep

to carry things or keep hands warm.

A

parka provides extra warmth and covers more of your body.

Parkas used in Antarctica are built with extra

to block freezing wind.

6.

Sort the following uses of parkas in the order they developed over time.

worn as everyday winter fashion
seen in movies and novels
worn for survival in freezing weather
used by soldiers in war
7.

Match each part of the parka to what it helps the wearer do:

Hood
Deep pockets
Down feathers
Synthetic padding
Longer length
Covers more of the body
Keeps hands warm or holds items
Blocks cold wind from the face
Very warm and lightweight
Performs better when wet
8.

Which of the following are materials or fillings used in parkas, according to the passage? (Choose all the correct answers)

Down feathers

Synthetic padding

Wool

Leather

Nylon

Animal skins

Cotton

9.

Match the material to its characteristic:

Animal skin
Synthetic fibers
Down feathers
Waterproof fabric
Lined interior
Useful during snow or rain
Adds warmth in extreme weather
Lightweight and water-resistant
Used by the Inuit for survival
Soft, light, and very warm
10.

Which of the following statements are true according to the passage? (Choose all the correct options)

Some parkas are waterproof

Parkas are often used in fashion collections

Parkas were first made in the 1900s

Longer parkas provide more body coverage

Parkas are only useful in urban areas

The M-52 parka was created for military use

Parkas are used in extremely cold places like Antarctica

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