DITR401 English for Broadcasting & Digital Radio
SCRIPTS FOR READING TEST
SCRIPT 1
http://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20161103_16/
At least 2 people have been killed in bombings and shootings in southern Thailand. 5 others, including civilians, were injured.
The attacks took place in 10 locations in Pattani Province and 2 near the Malaysian border between Wednesday night and Thursday morning.
A Japanese car dealership and a military facility were attacked by armed men. A gas station was hit by an apparent bomb blast.
Several Islamic militant groups seeking independence have been carrying out terror attacks in southern Thailand.
The military and police have been stepping up security since they uncovered a bombing plot last month, which apparently involved one of the groups.
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SCRIPT 2
http://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20161103_07/
Another main focus is on whether the Democratic Party can regain control of both houses of Congress.
At stake are 34 of the 100 Senate seats and all 435 seats in the House of Representatives.
Republicans currently control both chambers. But Democrats can secure a majority in the Senate if they win more than 5 additional seats.
Democrats are also expected to make gains in the House of Representatives.
Some Republicans are distancing themselves from presidential candidate Donald Trump out of concern that his controversial remarks could hurt their campaign.
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SCRIPT 3
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