Answer to Dictation 1
Australia's unique ecosystems are under threat from an invasive and deadly species.
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Answer to Dictation 2
The tiny ant is native to South America but has spread across the globe.
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Answer to Dictation 3
It causes extensive damage to crops and agricultural land.
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The ant's painful and venomous sting can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
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The spokeswoman called the fire ants a terrible invasive super-pest.
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The ISC says the ants are spreading across the country on flood waters.
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They are clinging to each other in their tens of thousands to form rafts.
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Fire ants are more active before or after rainfall and form large floating rafts.
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Answer to Dictation 9
Move with water currents to establish footholds in new areas.
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Answer to Dictation 10
The ISC warned that the fire ants will reach every corner of Australia.
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