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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 health tests sold online?
- What do they test?
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。
- curious /KYOOR-ee-uhs/
[adjective] – wanting to know more
Many people feel curious about gut tests. - different /DIF-er-uhnt/
[adjective] – not the same
Each person has different gut bacteria. - balanced /balanced /BAL-uhnst//
[adjective] – having the right mix
A balanced diet helps digestion. - healthy /HEL-thee/
[in good condition] – Vegetables help keep the gut healthy.
Exercise supports a healthy body. - serious /SEER-ee-uhs/
[adjective] – needing attention
Serious pain needs a doctor.
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。
At-home gut tests are becoming popular with people who want to learn about their stomach health. These tests are sold online and ask users to send a stool sample to a lab. The company then sends a report that shows the types of bacteria found inside the body. Many people feel curious and hope the test will help them feel better or stay healthy. Doctors say the tests are not made to find disease and should not replace medical care.
Experts explain that gut bacteria are very different for each person and can change often. Because of this, doctors cannot always give clear advice from the results. Some tests also suggest vitamins, but doctors say a balanced diet, good sleep, and exercise are more helpful. Eating vegetables and whole foods can help keep the gut healthy. Doctors say people should see a clinic if stomach pain becomes serious.
Experts explain that gut bacteria are very different for each person and can change often. Because of this, doctors cannot always give clear advice from the results. Some tests also suggest vitamins, but doctors say a balanced diet, good sleep, and exercise are more helpful. Eating vegetables and whole foods can help keep the gut healthy. Doctors say people should see a clinic if stomach pain becomes serious.
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。
- Gut tests are sold in clinics.
- Each person has the same gut bacteria.
- Doctors say diet helps gut health.
- Tests replace medical care.
- Serious pain needs attention.
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。
| curious | different | balanced | healthy | serious |
- The problem became ______ quickly.
- She was ______ about her health report.
- The results were ______ from others.
- Doctors suggest ______ meals every day.
- Exercise supports a ______ body.