Animals in the Navy

May 6, 2026, 19:44
AsiaInternational

Introduction

The US government is talking about dolphins in the military. Some people think Iran uses dolphins for war.

Main Body

Some reports say Iran uses dolphins to carry bombs. The US Navy says this is not true. But the US Navy also has its own dolphins. They use dolphins and sea lions to find mines in the water. Russia and North Korea also have these animal programs. These animals are good at finding things under the water. They can see and hear better than machines. Some people are angry. They say it is bad to keep animals in the military. They say the animals are not happy. The Navy says the animals are healthy and safe.

Conclusion

The US still uses animals in the ocean. Other countries might do this too.

Learning

⚓ The Power of 'CAN'

In this text, we see how to describe an ability (something a person or animal is able to do).

The Rule: CAN + ACTION WORD (Base form)

From the Text:

  • They can see... →\rightarrow (They have the ability to see)
  • They can hear... →\rightarrow (They have the ability to hear)

Simple Patterns for A2:

  • Positive: I can swim.
  • Negative: I cannot (can't) swim.
  • Question: Can you swim?

🌊 Vocabulary: Water & Action

WordSimple Meaning
OceanThe big blue sea
FindTo look for and get something
HealthyNot sick / Strong
SafeNo danger

💡 Grammar Tip: 'Some' vs 'Other'

  • Some people →\rightarrow A group of people (not all).
  • Other countries →\rightarrow Different countries from the ones already mentioned.

Vocabulary Learning

government (n.)
The group of people who run a country.
Example:The government will make new rules.
talking (v.)
Speaking or having a conversation.
Example:They are talking about dolphins.
dolphins (n.)
Friendly sea animals that swim fast.
Example:Dolphins help find mines.
military (n.)
The armed forces of a country.
Example:The military uses animals.
Iran (n.)
A country in the Middle East.
Example:Iran uses dolphins for war.
uses (v.)
To employ or make use of.
Example:The navy uses dolphins.
war (n.)
A serious conflict between countries.
Example:War can be dangerous.
reports (n.)
Written accounts of information.
Example:Reports say Iran uses dolphins.
carry (v.)
To hold and move something.
Example:Dolphins can carry bombs.
bombs (n.)
Explosive devices that cause damage.
Example:The bombs are hidden in water.
navy (n.)
The part of the armed forces that works on ships.
Example:The navy keeps dolphins safe.
true (adj.)
Correct or real.
Example:The statement is true.
own (adj.)
Belonging to oneself.
Example:They have their own dolphins.
sea (n.)
Large body of salt water.
Example:The sea is deep.
find (v.)
To discover something.
Example:They can find mines.
mines (n.)
Explosives buried in ground or water.
Example:The navy looks for mines.
water (n.)
Liquid that covers the earth.
Example:Dolphins swim in water.
animals (n.)
Living beings that are not plants.
Example:Animals help the navy.
good (adj.)
Positive or beneficial.
Example:They are good at finding.
machines (n.)
Mechanical devices that work.
Example:Machines cannot see as well.