Intermediate

Louisiana’s $330 million initiative aims to revitalize Maurepas Swamp, protect wildlife, and coastal ecosystems

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are swamps, and where are they usually found? Why are swamps important to the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. migratory /MAHY-gruh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – moving from one place to another at different times of the year Many migratory birds fly south in the winter. ecological /ee-kuh-LAA-juh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the relationships between living things and their environment Cutting down forests causes serious ecological problems. nutrient /NOO-tree-uhnt/ [noun] – substances that plants, animals, and people need to grow and stay healthy Vegetables provide important nutrients for our bodies. rejuvenate…
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Eric Vetro teaches singing techniques to celebrities and fans alike in new online course

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which genre of music or film do you enjoy most, and why? Who is your favorite singer or actor, and what do you like most about them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. coach /kohch/ [verb] – to train or teach someone in a particular skill or activity She coached the basketball team to victory. tone /tohn/ [noun] – the quality or character of the sound of someone’s voice when singing or speaking The singer worked tirelessly with her vocal coach to develop a warm and rich tone suitable for classical…
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U.S. proposes federal protection for monarch butterflies amid declining populations

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like butterflies? Why or why not? Have you heard about the decline in monarch butterfly populations? Why are their numbers going down? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dramatic /druh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – having a strong or great effect; striking or intense The play had a dramatic ending that surprised everyone. challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – a difficult task or situation that requires effort Climbing the mountain was a real challenge for the team. proposed /pruh-POHZD/ [adjective] – suggested for consideration or approval The proposed park in the neighborhood would provide…
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NASA delays next Artemis moon mission to 2026

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why is the moon important for life on Earth? What are some interesting myths or stories you know about the Moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. capsule /KAP-suhl/ [noun] – a small, sealed container used to hold or transport something, especially in space travel. The astronaut placed the research samples in a secure capsule before returning to Earth. detailed /dih-TEYLD/ [adjective] – involving many careful details The detailed report included all the necessary data for the investigation. upgrade /UHP-greyd/ [noun] – an improvement in something The hotel is undergoing upgrades…
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South Korea sees decline in drinking culture

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What could happen if drinking became less popular in society? How do young people drink differently from older generations in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. slowdown /SLOH-doun/ [noun] – a reduction in speed, activity, or the rate that things are produced Economists are worried about the recent slowdown in global trade. pandemic /pan-DEM-ik/ [noun] – a widespread outbreak of a disease that affects people across a large region or globally The pandemic caused significant changes to how people work and study. eatery /EE-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a small restaurant…
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Carlos Acosta brings a Cuban twist to “The Nutcracker”

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©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of Cuba? Can dancing tell a story? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. version /VUR-zhuhn/ [noun] – a particular form or variant of something She wrote a version of the story with a happy ending. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – belonging to the same time period; modern His work is considered contemporary art. currently /KUR-uhnt-lee/ [adverb] – at the present time I am currently working on a new project. root /root/ [noun] – a person’s origins, background, or cultural heritage, often related to their…
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Google’s 2024 “Year in Search” shows global trends and insights

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you use Google? How is Google different from other search engines? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trending /TREN-ding/ [adjective] – referring to a topic or event that is becoming popular or gaining attention, especially on social media or in searches The song is trending on social media right now. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very intense, severe, or far beyond the normal or expected The extreme cold made it difficult to stay outside for long. individual /in-duh-VIJ-oo-uhl/ [noun] – a single person or thing, especially when compared to…
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First humans across North America reveal mammoths dominate their Ice Age diet

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name some examples of large animals? Which aspects of early human life are you most interested in? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spread /spred/ [verb] – to move or extend over an area or range The wildfire quickly spread across the forest, threatening nearby homes. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving changes to atoms or molecules The chemicals used in the laboratory must be handled with care. strategy /STRAT-i-jee/ [noun] – a plan of action designed to…
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Experts share tips on eating nutritiously during winter

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you like about the winter season? What food do you usually eat in the winter? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dietician /dai-uh-TI-shn/ [noun] – a person who gives expert advice about food and nutrition The dietician recommended a balanced meal plan to improve my health. canned /kand/ [adjective] – preserved and sold in a metal container We bought canned beans for dinner because they are quick and easy to prepare. stew /stoo/ [noun] – a type of food consisting usually of meat or fish and vegetables cooked slowly…
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Mount Kanlaon eruption triggers evacuations, disrupts air travel, and raises alert level in the Philippines

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©AP Photo/Chona Aplaon Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What safety measures should people take if a volcano erupts? Why are these measures important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to cause something to be unable to continue in the normal way The heavy rain disrupted the outdoor event. precautionary /pri-KAW-shuh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – done to prevent problems or danger The school closed as a precautionary step before the typhoon. theorize /THEE-uh-rahyz/ [verb] – to develop ideas to explain something Scientists theorized that the unusual weather was caused by climate change. destructive /dih-STRUHK-tiv/ [adjective]…
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