Intermediate

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of food do you usually eat when you want to feel full or satisfied? How do you usually prepare food at home: freshly cooked, reheated, or both? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. digestion /dih-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – the process of breaking down food in the body Exercise can affect digestion after a large meal. absorb /ab-SAWRB/ [verb] – to take in or receive something gradually The body absorbs vitamins from fruit more easily than from candy. glucose /GLOO-kohs/ [noun] – a type of sugar in the blood that gives…
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©Eva Kolenko/Voracious via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What healthy foods are often eaten for lunch? Why do some people choose lettuce instead of bread? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. balanced /BAL-uhnst/ [adjective] – containing different types of things in the correct amounts A balanced meal includes vegetables and protein. flexible /FLEK-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to change or be changed easily according to the situation A flexible schedule helps workers manage time. founder /FOUN-der/ [noun] – a person who starts an organization or company The founder created a healthy food business. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb]…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when you see a very expensive personal care product? Do you think price always shows quality? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. premium /PREE-mee-uhm/ [adjective] – of higher quality and usually higher price Premium coffee beans often cost more than regular brands in stores. curly /KUR-lee/ [adjective] – having a shape that forms curves or waves Some plants grow better in areas with curly roots underground. breakage /BREY-kij/ [noun] – damage caused by something breaking into smaller parts Gentle washing helps reduce hair…
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©(AP Photo/Chris O’Meara) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of containers do people usually throw away after using a product? What do you think happens to packaging after people throw it away? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a person who buys and uses goods or services The consumer compares prices before choosing a mobile phone plan. reusable /ree-YOO-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be used again many times The lunchbox is reusable and reduces daily waste. gradual /GRAJ-oo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening slowly over time, not suddenly The company sees gradual improvement…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How can social media influence financial knowledge and habits? What challenges do young professionals face when building wealth? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. negotiate /nuh-GOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to try to reach an agreement by discussing something She tried to negotiate a higher salary at work. intimidating /in-TIM-i-dey-ting/ [adjective] – making someone feel nervous or afraid Talking about money can feel intimidating. affordable /uh-FOR-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – not too expensive They looked for an affordable apartment in the city. flexibility /flek-suh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to change easily Renting offers flexibility for…
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