1. Living Root Bridges Overview – Explanation of the necessity for Syiemlieh′s ancestors to cross flooded rivers, characteristics of Ficus elastica for building root bridges, and advantages of these bridges over conventional ones.

2. Textual Analysis – Understanding the effects of word choices like “instead,“ “coax,“ “anchoring,“ and “elasticity“ in connecting ideas and describing the functionality of root bridges.

3. Environmental and Architectural Value – Advantages of living root bridges, including their ability to blend into surroundings and contribute to conservation efforts. Discussion on their suitability for UNESCO heritage sites.

4. Urban Application Limitations – Explanation of why living root bridges are not used in urban settings, supported by quotations from the text.

5. Text Structure – Identification of key themes and their corresponding paragraphs, including conservation, benefits to villagers, and the impact of climate change.

6. Writing Task on Local Landmark – Writing an article about a local landmark or area for a website guide, emphasizing its importance and relevance.