P5 Reading science: Interview with a volcanologist

In this interview text for P5, linking to the topic Earth’s materials, Brendan McCormick explains what he does in his job as a volcanologist. Brendan studies the gases emitted by volcanoes, looking for clues about when they might erupt. He explains how difficult it can be to collect samples, his first visit to a volcano as a scientist as well as much more!

The downloadable reading pack includes:

• An A3 reading spread for you to print.
• Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.