Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the word “Alzheimer’s”? What kinds of things do you think scientists study to help people stay healthy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. plaque /plak/ [noun] – a harmful deposit or buildup, often in the body (e.g., in blood vessels or the brain) Doctors discovered plaques in her arteries that were affecting her blood flow. extended /ik-STEN-did/ [adjective] – longer than usual; continued for a longer time She took an extended vacation to relax after months of hard work. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could change something about the water in your area, what would it be and why? Why do you think people might disagree about adding things like fluoride to water? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prohibit /pruh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to officially forbid something The law prohibits smoking inside restaurants to protect public health. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more effective Exercise strengthens muscles and keeps the body healthy. decay /dih-KAY/ [noun] – the process of becoming damaged or destroyed over time Too much sugar can…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What’s the first thing you do when you’re not feeling well? How do you think people’s daily lives might change during a health outbreak? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emerge /ih-MURJ/ [verb] – to become visible or known, often suddenly or unexpectedly The truth about the mysterious disease emerged after scientists conducted extensive research. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, point, or make clear in another way The map indicates the fastest route to the nearest hospital. rate /reyt/ [noun] – the amount or number of times it happens or…
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©(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think social media can influence people to try risky things? What do you think people can do to stay safe when they hear about new trends or popular products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. colorful /KUHL-er-fuhl/ [adjective] – having bright or varied colors The children’s toys came in colorful boxes to attract their attention. blood pressure /bluhd PRESH-er/ [noun] – the force at which blood moves through the body’s blood vessels Doctors recommend regular exercise to help control blood pressure. unconsciousness /uhn-KAAN-shuh-snuhs/…
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