Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is rhythm? How do you personally experience or interact with rhythm in your own life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chaos /KEY-os/ [noun] – a state of total confusion with no order During the fire drill, the students ran out of the classroom in chaos, unsure of where to go or what to do. tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief, principle, or way of acting that people in a particular society or group have continued to follow for a long time, or all of these beliefs, etc. in a…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of stand-up comedy? What do you know about it? What do you think about using humor to talk about sensitive or controversial subjects? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. implement /IM-pluh-ment/ [verb] – to start using a plan or system The manager will implement a new dress code policy for the office next week. prohibit /proh-HIB-it / [verb] – to officially refuse to allow something Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building. sentenced /SEN-tnst/ [adjective] – referring to a person who has been officially declared guilty of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. In what dishes do you use flour? What are pulse-based flours? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unlock /uhn-LOK/ [verb] – to discover important new facts about something and make them known to people After hours of studying, Maria finally managed to unlock the secret behind solving quadratic equations. vitamin /VAHY-tuh-min/ [noun] – any of a group of natural substances that are necessary in small amounts for the growth and good health of the body Sarah’s doctor recommended that she eat more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C to boost…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with the city of Dubai? What is it famous for? Do you think large-scale ocean restoration is a good idea? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. developer /dih-VEL-uh-per/ [noun] – a person or company that makes money from buying land, building new houses, offices, etc., or by changing existing buildings to sell or rent The real estate developer transformed an old warehouse into a modern residential complex. hospitality /hos-pi-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – food, drink, entertainment, etc. that an organization provides for guests or business partners…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is foresight? Is it important in today’s rapidly changing world? 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 study of different forms of life helps us understand the vastness and diversity of existence on our planet. creativity /kree-ey-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to produce or use original and unusual ideas In art class, students are encouraged to explore their creativity by using different colors and shapes to express their ideas and emotions. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] –…
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