Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。
- Do you talk to strangers?
- Do you easily trust someone?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。
- avoid /uh-VOID/
- excitement /ik-SAHYT-muhnt /
- background /BAK-ground/
- stranger /STREYN-jer/
- trust /truhst/
[verb] – to stay away from someone or something
It’s important to avoid eating too much junk food to stay healthy.
[noun] – a feeling of being excited
The excitement of traveling to a new place is always thrilling.
[noun] – your family and your experience of education, living conditions, money, etc.
It’s important to research a person’s background before you hire them.
[noun] – someone you do not know
Never talk to strangers, especially when you’re alone.
[noun] – to believe that someone is good and honest and will not harm you, or that something is safe and reliable
It takes time to build trust in a new relationship.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
In today’s world, where division and mistrust are prevalent, it’s easy to retreat and avoid interacting with those who are different from us. However, breaking down these barriers can lead to an enriching experience that can broaden our understanding of the world and bring new excitement to our lives.
Talking to someone with a different background or life story can be a game-changer. It can challenge our assumptions and broaden our understanding of the world. Engaging with strangers can also bring new excitement to our daily routine and may even lead to new friendships and mentorships. According to political scientist Dietlind Stolle, trust is crucial for society to function, and by making an effort to engage safely with those we meet in our daily lives, we can work on building that trust.
In conclusion, whether it’s starting a conversation with a stranger on the bus, striking up a conversation with a colleague, or volunteering in your community, there are countless opportunities to connect with others and make a positive impact on the world.
Talking to someone with a different background or life story can be a game-changer. It can challenge our assumptions and broaden our understanding of the world. Engaging with strangers can also bring new excitement to our daily routine and may even lead to new friendships and mentorships. According to political scientist Dietlind Stolle, trust is crucial for society to function, and by making an effort to engage safely with those we meet in our daily lives, we can work on building that trust.
In conclusion, whether it’s starting a conversation with a stranger on the bus, striking up a conversation with a colleague, or volunteering in your community, there are countless opportunities to connect with others and make a positive impact on the world.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- Talking to someone with a different background can broaden your understanding of the world.
- Engaging with strangers can lead to new friendships and mentorships.
- Trust is important for society to function.
- Starting a conversation with a stranger can have a negative impact on the world.
- Staying isolated from people with different backgrounds can help build trust.
Fill in the blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| avoid | excitement | background | stranger | trust |
- Without ______, it is impossible to have a successful partnership.
- To ______ being late, make sure you leave your house early enough.
- The children felt great ______ when they heard about the school trip.
- Before you start writing your report, you should familiarize yourself with the ______ information on the topic.
- The woman felt nervous when she saw a ______ following her on the street.