Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name three famous architects and their most famous works? Have you ever visited an architectural landmark or building? If so, which one, and what was your impression? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. breathtaking /BRETH-tey-king / [adjective] – extremely exciting, beautiful, or surprising The panoramic view from the mountaintop was breathtaking, leaving him in awe. ambitious /am-BISH-uhs/ [adjective] – having a strong wish to be successful, powerful, or rich He had an ambitious plan to climb the seven highest peaks on seven continents. present /PREZ-uhnt / [verb] – if…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you in favor of vertical farming? Why or why not? Do you think vertical farming impacts the nutritional value of produce? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soil /soil/ [noun] – the material on the surface of the ground in which plants grow The soil in the garden was rich and black, perfect for growing vegetables. headquarters /HED-kwawr-terz/ [noun] – the main offices of an organization such as the army, the police, or a business company The company’s headquarters was located in a tall skyscraper in…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you save money? What are some expensive items that you want to purchase? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inflation /in-FLEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a general, continuous increase in prices The inflation rate went up by 2%. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – a difficult situation that makes you feel worried or unhappy She is currently under a lot of pressure at work. significantly /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is easy to see or by a large amount The cost of oil has significantly decreased. wholesale /HOHL-seyl/ [adjective] – of…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you visit zoos? Which do you like better, a zoo or an aquarium? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. upgrade /UHP-greyd/ [noun] – an improvement in something Our office furniture is in desperate need of an upgrade. unfavorable /uhn-FEY-ver-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – having or showing a negative opinion Our plans will not work because of the unfavorable weather. criticize /KRIT-uh-sahyz/ [verb] – to express disapproval of someone or something We were tasked with criticizing poems. priceless /PRAHYS-lis/ [adjective] – used to describe something with such a high value that…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some sustainable energy options for powering a home or small business? Why do you think it is important to have clean energy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deeply /DEEP-lee / [adverb] – extremely or strongly I was deeply moved by the speech he gave at the graduation ceremony. resident /REZ-i-duhnt/ [noun] – living or staying in a place The resident of the house was not home at the time of the break-in. community /kuh-MYOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the people living in one particular area or people who are considered…
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