Pre-reading Questions:
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- What do you know about the Nobel Prize?
- What kind of discoveries or studies do you think can change the world?
Vocabulary:
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- prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/
[adjective] – very much respected and admired, usually because of being important
The school is prestigious because many famous people studied there. - modesty /MOD-uh-stee/
[noun] – the quality of not talking about or being proud of your achievements or abilities
Her modesty impressed everyone when she won the competition. - thorough /THUR-oh/
[adjective] – careful and complete in every way
The teacher made a thorough check of all the students’ work. - influence /IN-floo-uhns/
[noun] – the power to affect how someone or something develops, behaves, or thinks
The leader had a strong influence on young people. - dedication /ded-i-KEY-shuhn/
[noun] – the willingness to give a lot of time and energy to something important
The team showed great dedication to finish their project.
Article Reading:
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The 2025 Nobel Prize winners were announced in early October to honor great achievements in medicine, physics, chemistry, literature, economics, and peace. The Nobel Prize, first given in 1901, remains one of the world’s most prestigious awards for advancing knowledge and improving lives. This year, five of the nine science winners were based in the United States when the news was shared. In Japan, chemistry laureate Susumu Kitagawa expressed modesty after being recognized for his research on porous materials that help with clean energy development. Medicine winner Mary E. Brunkow in Seattle received recognition for her discovery of immune tolerance, which improves understanding of autoimmune diseases.
The Nobel committees in Sweden and Norway carefully review years of research before selecting each winner. The process is known for being thorough and fair. Each laureate receives a medal, diploma, and cash award that symbolize excellence and the influence of their work. Experts said that the winners’ emotional reactions—from surprise to deep gratitude—show their dedication to science and humanity. The Nobel Prize continues to remind people around the world that patience, effort, and kindness can make meaningful progress possible.
The Nobel committees in Sweden and Norway carefully review years of research before selecting each winner. The process is known for being thorough and fair. Each laureate receives a medal, diploma, and cash award that symbolize excellence and the influence of their work. Experts said that the winners’ emotional reactions—from surprise to deep gratitude—show their dedication to science and humanity. The Nobel Prize continues to remind people around the world that patience, effort, and kindness can make meaningful progress possible.
Comprehension Questions:
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- When were the 2025 Nobel Prize winners announced?
- What areas were recognized by the Nobel Prize this year?
- When was the Nobel Prize first given?
- Why is the Nobel Prize called one of the most prestigious awards?
- How many science winners were based in the United States?
Discussion Questions:
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- Have you ever received an award or recognition? If so, what was it for? If not, what kind of award would you like to receive?
- Have you ever studied or worked hard on something important, like a project or test? If so, how did you feel after finishing it? If not, what goal would you like to achieve someday?
- Do you agree that patience and hard work can lead to success?
- Why do you think the Nobel Prize is respected all around the world?
- How can scientists’ dedication help improve people’s lives in the future?