Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why is professional development important? If you were an employer, what would you look for in an employee? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to I tried to emphasize my good points without sounding boastful. technical /TEK-ni-kuhl / [adjective] – relating to the knowledge and methods of a particular subject or job Our staff will be available to give you technical support. entirely /en-TAHYUR-lee / [adverb] – completely Our situation is entirely different. emerge /ih-MURJ/ [verb]…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the a wellbeing wardrobe? Do you buy clothes at secondhand shops? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. purchase /PUR-chuhs/ [verb] – to buy something You can purchase insurance online. manufacture /man-yuh-FAK-cher/ [verb] – to produce goods in large numbers, usually in a factory using machines They can manufacture rags into paper. clothing /KLOH-thing/ [noun] – clothes, especially clothes of a particular type or those worn in a particular situation They need warm clothing for the winter. strategy /STRAT-i-jee / [noun] – a…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What items do you recycle? What are your thoughts on single-use products? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cut down /kuht doun/ [phrasal verb] – to do or use less of something I’ve been trying to cut down on dairy. prohibit /proh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to officially refuse to allow something Parking is strictly prohibited in these areas. impressive /im-PRES-iv/ [adjective] – causing someone to feel admiration or respect Charles has an impressive record of accomplishments. minister /MIN-uh-ster/ [noun] – (in many countries) a high government official who is in charge of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What things are you good at? Please elaborate on your answer. Is exageration acceptable? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. assume /uh-SOOM/ [verb] – to accept something to be true without question or proof Let us assume for a moment that the plan succeeds. rainbow /REYN-boh/ [noun] – an arch (= curved shape) of different colors seen in the sky when rain is falling and the sun is shining The rainbow forms an arc in the sky. capable /KEY-puh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to do things effectively and…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Where did you go on your last vacation? Could you tell me about it? Could you tell me about your tasks at work? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. podcast /POD-kast/ [noun] – a broadcast that is placed on the Internet for anyone who wants to listen to it or watch it To reach listeners of podcasts, some radio stations already post their talk shows on websites. relevant /REL-uh-vuhnt/ [adjective] – connected with what is happening or being discussed Do you have relevant experience? obligation /ob-li-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the fact that…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever been on a farm? Please tell me more about it. How important is farming in your country? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lead /leed/ [verb] – to control a group of people, a country, or a situation Who will be leading the meeting today? agricultural /AG-ri-kuhl-cher/ [adjective] – used for farming or relating to farming This land is not suitable for agricultural production. disturb /dih-STURB/ [verb] – to move or change something from its usual position, arrangement, condition, or shape Take caution not to disturb the documents…
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