Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What might a cave on the moon look like? Why are scientists interested in studying caves on the moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. utilize /YOOT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to use something in an effective way The teacher utilized visual aids to help students understand complex topics. measure /MEZH-er/ [verb] – to discover the exact size, amount, or degree of something Engineers measure the strength of the bridge to ensure its safety. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – used to say something may develop into something in the future This new policy could…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you feel if a local bird you enjoy watching disappeared forever? What are some human activities that might lead to the extinction of animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. flightless /FLAHYT-lis/ [adjective] – not able to fly The ostrich is a flightless bird that can run very fast. ecologist /ih-KOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies the natural relationships between the air, land, water, animals, plants, etc. The ecologist spent years researching the impact of pollution on marine life. rely on /ri-LAHY on/ [phrasal verb] – to depend…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the purpose of a moon in space? Can you think of any specific ways that Earth’s moon affects our planet? Can you name some planets that have moons? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scheduled /SKEH-joold/ [adjective] – arranged for a particular time The meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday at 10 AM. instrument /IN-struh-muhnt/ [noun] – a tool or device used for a specific purpose, especially in science or music The doctor used a special instrument to check my heartbeat. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or…
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©Anadolu via Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the purpose of a rocket test flight? What safety measures do you think are important during a rocket test flight? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. flight /flahyt/ [noun] – the act of flying; a journey made by flying The flight to Tokyo takes about twelve hours. procedure /pruh-SEE-jer/ [noun] – a set of actions that are done in a certain way The procedure for making the cake is simple and quick. improved /uhm-PROOVD/ [adjective] – made better or enhanced She has an improved score…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about asteroids? Why are asteroids important to study? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – to set a spacecraft or rocket in motion into the sky or space The team will launch the new app next month to improve communication. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a specific task or duty assigned to a person or group, often involving a goal The team completed their mission to clean the beach last weekend. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something accomplished, especially by hard work, skill, or effort Winning…
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