Monthly Archive: February 2023

ADHD at work

Student girl finding it difficult at study and comprehend scool tasks

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。 Are you always on time when it comes to tasks, appointments, etc.? Do you keep your workspace or desk clean? 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。 appointment /uh-POINT-muhnt/ [noun] – a formal arrangement to meet or visit someone at a particular time and place She scheduled an appointment for Friday at 3:15 p.m. interrupt /in-tuh-RUHPT/ [verb] – to stop a person from speaking for a short period by something you say or do I apologize for interrupting, but are you free today? unpleasant /uhn-PLEZ-uhnt/ [adjective] – not enjoyable or…
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ADHD at work

Student girl finding it difficult at study and comprehend scool tasks

Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you have more energy in the morning or at night? Please tell me more about it. What do you do when you feel like you have no energy to do your tasks? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. latter /LAT-er/ [adjective] – near or towards the end of something The celebration is planned for the latter part of June. punctual /PUHNGK-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – arriving, doing something, or happening at the expected, correct time; not late Always be punctual for an interview. cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially…
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Green initiatives are accelerating UK growth

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you made any changes in your home to become more energy efficient? If so, what was it? If not, what could you do to become more energy efficient? What green technologies are you most excited about for the future? Could you elaborate on your answer? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. economy /ih-KON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the system of trade and industry by which the wealth of a country is made and used The global economy has been facing numerous challenges in recent years, leading to an increase in unemployment rates….
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Green initiatives are accelerating UK growth

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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。 Have you seen a reduction in waste and pollution due to green technology? Have you seen an increase in the use of green technology in your community? 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。 opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – an occasion or situation that makes it possible to do something that you want to do or have to do, or the possibility of doing something This job opening is a great opportunity for someone with your skills. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in the process of producing…
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Green initiatives are accelerating UK growth

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one form or type to another, or the process by which this happens The transition from a totalitarian regime to a democratic government was not without its challenges and obstacles. leadership /LEE-der-ship / [noun] – the set of characteristics that make a good leader Effective leadership requires not only a clear vision and strategic plan but also the ability to inspire and motivate a team toward a common goal. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the quality that keeps an event developing or making progress after it has started With growing…
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Plant-based ingredients to create tastier meat-free products

Assorted meat products including ham and sausages.

Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. incubator /IN-kyuh-bey-ter/ [noun] – a heated, insulated box used to grow and maintain microbiological or cell cultures Scientists are maximizing the use of incubators to grow the cell structures needed in their studies. concoction /kon-KOK-shuhn/ [noun] – something put together from several different things This particular concoction had tamarind, garlic, and mustard seed, among other components. administer /ad-MIN-uh-ster/ [verb] – to give something to someone Several medicines can be administered by paramedics. additive /AD-i-tiv/ [noun] – a substance that is added to food in order to improve its taste or appearance or to keep it fresh…
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Plant-based ingredients to create tastier meat-free products

Assorted meat products including ham and sausages.

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 like meat? Do you usually eat food at restaurants? 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。 tasty /TEY-stee/ [adjective] – tasty food has a strong and very pleasant flavor Ms. Lamb serves the tastiest coffee in town. liquid /LIK-wid/ [noun] – a substance, such as water, that is not solid or a gas and that can be poured easily Any remaining liquid in the rice should be drained. certain /SUR-tn/ [adjective] – particular but not named or described Some students don’t have to take certain exams. explain /ik-SPLEYN/…
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Plant-based ingredients to create tastier meat-free products

Assorted meat products including ham and sausages.

Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods do you often cook? Do you think a vegetarian diet is better than one that includes meat? Why or why not? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. key /kee/ [noun] – the most important part of achieving something or explaining a situation Being confident is the key to success. produce /pruh-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something or bring something into existence Vehicles that are safer against theft are being produced by car makers. widely /WAHYD-lee/ [adverb] – including a lot of different places, people, subjects, etc. Folk medicine widely…
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