Intermediate

©AP Photo/Javier Torres Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have wildfires occurred in Chile before? Where have they happened? What weather conditions cause fires to spread faster? How do these conditions affect safety? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. support /suh-PAWRT/ [noun] – help given to someone or something Government support arrived after the declaration. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the power to manage a situation Fire control became difficult during strong winds. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry Residents shared concern about slow aid. restriction /rih-STRIK-shuhn/ [noun] – a rule that limits activity A travel…
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©(Ahdi Agus Oktaviana/Maxime Aubert via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Where do people usually draw or paint today? If you lived a long time ago, what would you like to draw? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outline /OUT-lahyn/ [noun] – a line that shows the shape of an object The teacher drew an outline of a map on the board. edge /ej/ [noun] – the outer line or side of something The glass has a sharp edge on one side. creativity /kree-ey-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to make new ideas or art The child…
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©AP Photo/Mark Baker, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals live in very cold environments? Why is food timing important for young animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. method /METH-uhd/ [noun ] – a particular way of doing something The study used a clear method to collect data. response /ri-SPONS/ [noun] – a reaction to something that happens The birds showed a response to warmer weather. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – stress or difficulty caused by demands or problems Food shortages create pressure on penguin colonies. connection /kuh-NEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a relationship between things Scientists…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems can affect tourist transportation? How can these problems be reduced? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – severe or important The crash was a serious safety issue. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry The accident caused concern among tourists. review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – an examination of something. Officials ordered a review of rail safety. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – regular and consistent Tourism showed steady growth. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – an interruption of normal activity Protests caused service disruption. Article Reading: Please read the whole…
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©(AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you usually choose an online shop you trust? What makes a website look “real” or “safe” to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scam /skam/ [noun] – a trick to take someone’s money or personal information The police warned people about a phone scam asking for bank details. craftwork /KRAFT-wurk/ [noun] – handmade art or objects made with skill The shop sells craftwork made by local artists. legitimate /li-JIT-uh-mit/ [adjective] – real and legal The company is a legitimate business with a real office….
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