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Michael Schumacher

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Michael Schumacher Listen and read the passage and then answer the following questions  Michael Schumacher is a famous German racing driver. He was born on January 3, 1969, in Hurth, Germany. Schumacher is known as one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers in history. Schumacher began his career in kart racing when he was just four years old. He quickly showed his talent for racing. In 1991, he made his Formula 1 debut with the Jordan team. He moved to Benetton, where he won his first two World Championships in 1994 and 1995. In 1996, Schumacher joined Ferrari, one of the most famous teams in Formula 1. With Ferrari, he won five more World Championships from 2000 to 2004. His achievements made him a legend in the sport. Schumacher retired from racing in 2006 but returned in 2010 with Mercedes. He raced until 2012 and then retired for the second time. Throughout his career, Schumacher broke many records, including the most wins in Formula 1. In December 2013, he had a serious skiing acc...

Florence Nightingale

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Florence Nightingale: The Lady with the Lamp Reading Passage: Florence Nightingale was born on May 12, 1820, in Florence, Italy. She was a pioneer in nursing and is remembered for her revolutionary work during the Crimean War. Nightingale came from a wealthy family, but she felt a strong calling to help others, particularly in healthcare. In 1854, she went to Crimea with a group of nurses to care for soldiers. At that time, hospitals were dirty and overcrowded, leading to high death rates from infections and diseases. Nightingale worked tirelessly to improve the sanitary conditions and introduced better hygiene practices and organization in the hospitals. Her commitment and passion earned her the nickname "The Lady with the Lamp" because she would walk among the sick at night with a lamp in her hand. Her efforts significantly reduced the death rate among soldiers. After returning to Britain, Nightingale continued to advocate for healthcare reforms. She established the Nightin...