Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why is it important for scientists to study planets outside our solar system? Which planets do you know besides Earth, and what information can you share about them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prominence /PRO-muh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being easily seen or well known Her research gained prominence in the scientific community after it was published in a prestigious journal. incredibly /in-KREH-duh-blee/ [adverb] – a great degree; extremely The artist’s new exhibition was incredibly popular, drawing large crowds from across the city. fascinating /FAS-uh-ney-ting / [adjective] – extremely…
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©REUTERS/Nikola Solic/File Photo Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some challenges you think ancient humans faced in caring for people with disabilities or health issues? Are you interested in discoveries that provide insights into the social behaviors of early human societies? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – continuous and unending The patient required constant supervision due to their medical condition. strength /strengkth/ [noun] – the ability to do things that need a lot of physical or mental effort Her strength allowed her to lift the heavy boxes…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term space exploration? Do you think space exploration has advantages? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rocket /ROK-it/ [noun] – a large cylinder-shaped object that moves very fast by forcing out burning gases, used for space travel or as a weapon The rocket soared into the sky, leaving a trail of smoke behind. engineering /EN-juh-neer-ing/ [noun] – the branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures Engineering involves solving complex…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about flying squirrels? How do you think they differ from other types of squirrels? Have you ever seen a flying squirrel before? If so, where? If not, what do you think they look like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stumble upon /STUHM-buhl uh-PAWN/ [idiom] – to discover by chance The hikers stumbled upon a hidden waterfall while exploring the dense forest. intrigue /in-TREEG/ [verb] – to interest someone a lot, especially by being strange, unusual, or mysterious The mystery novel intrigued her with its unexpected plot…
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