Intermediate

Food color shapes perception

2025年2月20日

colorful

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when food looks dull or has no color? If you could change the color of any food, what would you change and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. appealing /uh-PEE-ling/ [adjective] – attractive or interesting The new smartphone design is more appealing to younger consumers because of its sleek look. vibrant /VAHY-bruhnt / [adjective] – bright and full of energy or life Her paintings are full of vibrant colors that bring a sense of joy and excitement. processed /PROH-sest/ [adjective] – changed or treated through a…
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Intermediate

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Weight-loss medications show potential in managing unhealthy cravings

2025年2月19日

News

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you do when you want to stop a bad habit? If you could invent a medicine to help people, what would it do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. examine /ig-ZAM-in/ [verb] – to look at or study something carefully to understand it better The doctor will examine your eyes to check if you need glasses. imitate /IM-i-teyt/ [verb] – to copy someone’s actions, speech, or behavior The little boy tried to imitate his father by wearing the same hat. regulate /REG-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to control or adjust something…
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Intermediate

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Scientists uncover secret to boiling the perfect egg

2025年2月18日

egg

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes a boiled egg taste good? What do you think is more important in cooking—speed or quality? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yolk /yohk/ [noun] – the yellow part of an egg that contains nutrients The baker carefully separated the yolk from the white to make a fluffy meringue. undercooked /uhn-dr-KUKT/ [adjective] – not cooked enough or not fully cooked The chef sent the steak back to the grill because it was undercooked and still raw in the middle. unevenly /uh-NEE-vuhn-lee/ [adverb] – in an…
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Intermediate

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Massive snake removal operation unfolds in Sydney suburb

2025年2月17日

snakes

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What would you do if you found a snake in your yard or near your house? How do you think weather changes affect animals in nature? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. venomous /VEN-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – containing poison that can harm or kill Scientists discovered a venomous spider inside the cave, which was dangerous to humans. resident /REZ-i-duhnt/ [noun] – a person who lives in a particular place The resident of the small town was happy to see new businesses opening. shocking /SHOK-ing/ [adjective] – very surprising in a way that…
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Intermediate

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Workplace napping gains attention as companies weigh productivity and well-being

2025年2月16日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the benefits of taking a short nap during the day? Do you think people should be allowed to nap at work? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in producing goods and services Technology is an ever-changing industry with new inventions. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept, admit, or recognize something The teacher acknowledged the student’s effort by giving him a reward. fatigue /fuh-TEEG/ [noun] – extreme tiredness After working for ten hours, he felt great fatigue…
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Intermediate

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Satellite tracking reveals secrets of young sea turtles

2025年2月15日

sea turtle

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could track an animal’s movements, which one would you choose and why? What are some ways humans can help animals that are endangered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phase /feyz/ [noun] – a stage or period in a process of change or development The construction project is now in its final phase, and the building will be completed soon. current /KUR-uhnt/ [noun] – a movement of water, air, or electricity in a particular direction Strong ocean currents made it difficult for the fishermen to return to shore. conservation…
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Intermediate

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Ancient 4,000-year-old canal network discovered in Belize reveals early environmental engineering by pre-Maya societies

2025年2月14日

Brix (1)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of canals being used to catch fish? If yes, where did you hear about it? If not, what other ways do people catch fish? Have you ever caught or eaten catfish? If yes, where was it? If not, what kind of fish have you tried? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sanctuary /SANGK-choo-er-ee/ [noun] – a place where people or animals are protected and safe The birds live in a sanctuary where they are safe from hunters. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – a clear understanding of something The…
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Intermediate

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University of Michigan becomes world’s largest holder of snake specimens after major donation

2025年2月13日

Brix

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever visited a museum with animal specimens? If so, what did you find interesting? If not, would you like to visit one? Do you think snakes are important for science? If yes, why? If not, what animals do you think are more important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transfer /trans-FUR/ [noun] – the process of moving something from one place to another The transfer of the books took all day. primarily /prahy-MAIR-uh-lee/ [adverb] – mainly This book is primarily written for beginners. acquisition /ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act…
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Intermediate

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Ancient Greece linked to world’s oldest lead pollution

2025年2月12日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about pollution and how it affects the environment? What do you know about how mining affects the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – something that you give or do to help something be successful His contribution to the project helped it finish on time. contamination /kuhn-tam-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something dirty or harmful by adding something bad The water was unsafe due to contamination from chemicals. archaeological /ahr-kee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to the study of ancient places and objects…
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Intermediate

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Pug Rescue South Africa provides safe haven for abandoned dogs

2025年2月11日

pugs

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are some challenges of having a pet? Why do you think it’s important to learn about a pet’s needs before adopting one? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abandoned /uh-BAN-duhnd/ [adjective] – left behind or given up on The shelter takes in abandoned cats that were left on the streets. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who does something, especially helping other people, willingly and without being forced or paid to do it Many volunteers joined the beach cleanup to protect marine life. adoption /uh-DOP-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Intermediate

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