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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know anyone who became a father at an advanced age? How did they navigate the challenges and benefits of parenthood? Have you encountered any media portrayals or representations of older fathers in movies, TV shows, or literature? How were their stories depicted, and what messages did they convey? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aware /uh-WAIR/ [adjective] – knowing that something exists, or having knowledge or experience of a particular thing I became aware of the beautiful sunset as the colorful hues painted the sky. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [noun] –…
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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er / [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden During their archaeological expedition, the team of researchers carefully brushed away the layers of dirt to uncover the hidden treasure buried beneath, revealing ancient artifacts and unraveling the secrets of the past. impregnate /im-PREG-neyt/ [verb] – to make a woman or an animal pregnant The male seahorse is unique as it has a pouch to impregnate and carry the eggs until they hatch. likelihood /LAHYK-lee-hood/ [noun] – the chance that something will happen There is a high likelihood that Sarah will pass her exam if…
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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age
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 men face difficulties when becoming fathers at a later age? Does fertility decline as men age? 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。 difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact of not being easy to do or understand Jane had some difficulty solving the math problem, but she asked her teacher for help and managed to find the correct answer. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of things that are happening and the conditions that exist at a particular time and place When Tim forgot his lunch money, the cafeteria…
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Breakthrough medical implants help paralyzed man walk again
©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does it mean if a person is paralyzed? Do you think there’s hope for people with physical immobility? Tell me more about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. device /dih-VAHYS/ [noun] – an object or machine that has been invented for a particular purpose The surgeon relied on a specialized medical device to perform the delicate procedure. transmit /trans-MIT/ [verb] – to send out or broadcast a signal The satellite dish receives and transmits signals from space. command /kuh-MAND/ [noun] – an…
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Breakthrough medical implants help paralyzed man walk again
©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk Beginner Intermediate Expert
Breakthrough medical implants help paralyzed man walk again
©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk 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 know what the word paralyzed means? Do you think it is hard to live with physical disabilities? 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。 movement /MOOV-muhnt/ [noun] – actions or activities, as of a person or a body of persons. The dance troupe practiced their choreographed movements for the upcoming performance. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [verb] – to order, limit, or rule something, or someone’s actions or behaviour Tom struggled to control his temper when his little sister accidentally broke his toy. reliable…
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Breakthrough medical implants help paralyzed man walk again
©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to begin The government initiated a program to provide financial assistance to small businesses. trigger /TRIG-er/ [noun] – a device, as a lever, the pulling or pressing of which releases a catch or spring The trigger of the camera allowed her to capture the perfect moment. portable /PAWR-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – light and small enough to be easily carried or moved The portable speaker is lightweight and easy to carry around for outdoor parties. deficit /DEF-uh-sit/ [noun] – a disadvantage, impairment, or handicap…
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Antioxidants from cocoa show potential for improving memory function
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. span /span/ [noun] – the period of time that something exists or happens The toddler’s attention span was short, as he quickly moved on to another activity. distinct /dih-STINGKT/ [adjective] – clearly separate and different (from something else) Each student in the class had a distinct personality, making the classroom a lively and diverse environment. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – something that is added to something else in order to improve it or complete it; something extra She takes a calcium supplement daily to strengthen her bones and prevent osteoporosis. nutrition /NOO-trish-uhn/ [noun] – the process of…
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