Intermediate

©Alamy Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever wondered what might be hidden beneath the Earth’s surface? What could be some interesting things that could exist there? Do you think it’s possible for a mountain to exist within the Earth, away from our view? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. existence /ig-ZIS-tuhns/ [noun] – the fact of something or someone existing The beauty of nature reminds us of the vastness and wonder of existence. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very severe or bad The heatwave brought about extreme temperatures, reaching well over…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like watching comic book adaptations? Which comic book storylines are you familiar with? Could you tell me about it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stand out /stand out/ [verb] – to be much better than other similar things or people Among all the colorful flowers in the garden, the red rose stands out with its vibrant petals. complex /kuhm-PLEKS/ [adjective] – difficult to understand or find an answer to because of having many different parts Solving a Rubik’s cube can be challenging because it has many different colors…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever imagined what it would be like to live in a different country? If so, which country do you envision yourself living in, and what are the reasons behind your choice? Do you believe that living in another country is easy? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. variation /vair-ee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change in amount or level The variation in weather patterns throughout the year makes the region unpredictable and challenging to plan outdoor activities. resource /REE-sawrs/ [noun] – a useful or valuable possession or…
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©VARD via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a cruise ship? If you were given the opportunity to go on a cruise, where would you want to go and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. operator /OP-uh-rey-ter/ [noun] – a company that does a particular type of business The tour operator arranged transportation, accommodations, and guided tours for the group of travelers. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing harm The disposal of toxic waste in rivers and oceans can have harmful effects on marine life and ecosystems. leadership /LEE-der-ship/ [noun] – the position or…
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