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 ever felt tired during class due to a lack of sleep?
- Do you use a phone or watch shows before going to sleep?
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。
- concern /kuhn-SURN/
- solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/
- electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/
- device /dih-VAHYS/
- support /suh-PAWRT/
[noun] – a feeling of worry about something important
The noise outside was a big concern for Anna.
[noun] – a way to solve a problem or deal with a difficult situation
The teacher gave a solution to the hard question.
[adjective] – using electricity and small parts to work, like computers or phones
My brother loves playing electronic games after school.
[noun] – a piece of equipment made for a special purpose, often electronic
This small device helps people find their lost items.
[noun] – Help or care for someone or something
His family gave strong support during his big test.
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。
A recent health report from the United States shows that many teenagers do not get enough sleep. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated that adolescents need eight to ten hours of sleep each night. However, almost 80% of teens do not reach this number. This issue is becoming worse and affects school grades, mental health, and safety. It often happens on early school mornings. Experts said that using screens like phones or watching TV before bed can delay sleep. This behavior is called poor sleep hygiene and is a serious concern for health professionals. To solve this, sleep experts suggested simple solutions. Removing electronic devices from the bedroom and following a regular bedtime can help. Studies show that artificial light reduces melatonin, a hormone that helps people sleep. Helpful habits include reading, taking warm showers, or relaxing before bed. Without enough sleep, teens may have mood changes, poor focus, and unsafe actions. Families and schools must give support.
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。
- Teenagers in the U.S. get eight hours of sleep every night.
- Sleep is not important for mental health or school performance.
- Most teens sleep well every school morning.
- Watching TV before bed can delay sleep.
- Using electronic devices before sleep helps people fall asleep faster.
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。
| concern | solution | electronic | device | support |
- She used a new ______ to listen to music.
- Safety is a ______ during strong storms.
- We have many ______ tools at home.
- Closing the door was a simple ______ to the noise.
- The student needed ______ to finish the project.