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 think bright colors make food look more delicious?
- Have you ever avoided a food because of its color?
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。
- century /noun/
- attractive /uh-TRAK-tiv/
- seem /seem/
- judge /juhj/
- bold /bohld/
[SEN-chuh-ree] – a period of 100 years
In the 20th century, technology advanced rapidly, changing how people communicated.
[adjective] – pleasing or appealing to the senses or mind
The city built an attractive park with colorful flowers and fountains.
[verb] – to give the impression of being something
He seems tired.
[verb] – to form an opinion about something based on evidence or appearance
People often judge books by their covers before reading them.
[adjective] – strong, intense, or striking
The chef used a mix of spices to create a bold flavor that stood out in the dish.
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。
The color of food has a big impact on how people see and choose what to eat. It influences what they buy and how they expect it to taste. For centuries, both natural and artificial colorings have been used to make food look more appealing. In the 19th century, artificial dyes became popular in food production, helping companies create bright and consistent colors. In the U.S., synthetic dyes are common in processed foods like candy and soft drinks, making them look fresher and more attractive. However, concerns about health risks have led to stricter regulations. Recently, the FDA banned Red Dye No. 3 in some products due to possible cancer risks, leading to debates about food safety.Color also affects how people experience flavors. Studies show that bright colors can make food seem sweeter, spicier, or fresher. People often judge food by its color before tasting it. Red suggests bold flavors, while yellow and orange are linked to fruitiness. Culture also influences color preferences. Even packaging or plate color can affect how much people eat. As food technology improves, natural colorants from plants and minerals are becoming more popular, but creating the same bright colors is still a challenge.
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。
- People choose food based only on its price and smell.
- In the U.S., synthetic dyes are mostly used in fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Food color does not affect how people think food will taste.
- Red is often linked to bold flavors, while yellow and orange suggest fruitiness.
- The FDA recently banned Red Dye No. 3 in some products because of possible health risks.
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。
| century | attractive | seems | judge | bold |
- Her coffee had a ______ taste with rich, deep notes of chocolate and caramel.
- The 21st ______ has seen major developments in renewable energy.
- Brightly designed packaging makes the product look more ______ to customers.
- The test ______ easy.
- It is unfair to ______ someone just by their clothing style.