Monthly Archive: May 2020
Musicians hold free shows online to beat COVID-19
Pre-reading questions: Do you listen to music online? Do you listen to classical music Vocabulary: concert hall /KON-surt hawl/ [noun] a large building in which concerts are performed The play will be done in the concert hall. crowd /kroud/ [noun] a large group of people who have come together Avoid crowds as much as possible during the pandemic. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening Drinks are not allowed in the library. decide /dih-SAHYD/ [verb] to choose something Mary decided to buy the latest iPhone. receive /ri-SEEV/ [verb] to0 get or be given something I received the gift last…
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Terrific ways to enjoy spring besides sakura viewing
Pre-Reading Questions: Do you like spring? When was the last time you went sakura viewing? Vocabulary: well-known /wel-nohn/ [adjective] known or recognized by many people She is attending a well-known school in her country. visitor /VIZ-i-ter/ [noun] someone who visits a person or place Patients’ visitors are only allowed in the hospital until 8:00 p.m. idea /ahy-DEE-uh/ [noun] a suggestion or plan for doing something His idea is good but the boss doesn’t approve it. hiking /hahyk-ing/ [noun] the activity of going for long walks in the countryside The old man still loves hiking at his age. healthy /HEL-thee/ [adjective] good for your health My doctor advised me to have…
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Terrific ways to enjoy spring besides sakura viewing
Pre-Reading Questions: Where do you usually go for sakura viewing? What do you usually do in spring? Vocabulary: tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] a way of behaving or a belief that has been established for a long time Mochi making is one of the most popular Japanese traditions during New Year. delightful /dih-LAHYT-fuhl/ [adjective] very pleasant, attractive, or enjoyable Hanami dango is well-known for its delightful taste and appearance. public /PUHB-lik/ [noun] all ordinary people The patient’s identity is announced to the public for security reasons. adventurous /ad-VEN-cher-uhs/ [adjective] willing to try new or difficult things My best friend is very adventurous, now she likes to try skydiving! necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/ [adjective] needed…
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Terrific ways to enjoy spring besides sakura viewing
Vocabulary: renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] famous for something The Philippines is renowned for its beautiful beaches. determine /dih-TUR-min/ [verb] to discover the facts or truth about something We must try to determine the best action plan to solve this problem. fearless /FEER-lis/ [adjective] having no fear She became fearless when she started living independently in another country. edible /ED-uh-buhl/ [adjective] suitable or safe for eating Some fruits you can find in the mountains are not edible. overwhelming /oh-ver-HWEL-ming/ [adjective] very great or strong The crowd’s response to the president’s speech is a bit overwhelming. guideline /GAHYD-lahyn/ [noun] a piece of information that suggests how something should be done The students should…
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