Tag Archive: Business & Economy – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What causes a weak economy? How might a weak economy affect people’s daily lives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. export /ek-SPAWRT/ [noun] – The action of sending goods to another country for sale. The company handles the export of electronics to several countries. volume /VOL-yoom/ [noun] – the number or amount of something in general The volume of water in the tank is very high. expand /ik-SPAND/ [verb] – to increase in size, number, or importance The company plans to expand its operations next year. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common strategies companies use to increase their profits? How important is it for companies to share their profit increase information with their employees and customers? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. profit /PROF-it/ [noun] – the financial gain made after subtracting expenses The bakery made a good profit this month, allowing them to buy new equipment. stock /stok/ [noun] – shares of a company that can be bought and sold She decided to buy more stock in the company after seeing its positive performance. advance /ad-VANS/ [noun] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does “global economic growth forecast” refer to? How might such forecasts impact different countries? Can you name any factors that could affect global economic growth positively or negatively? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. improvement /im-PROOV-muhnt/ [noun] – the act or process of making something better Despite the improvement in technology, there are still many challenges to overcome. barrier /BARE-ee-er/ [noun] – something that prevents movement or access; an obstacle Language barriers can make it difficult for people from different countries to communicate effectively. conflict /KON-flikt/ [noun] – a serious…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the importance of shipping routes for global trade? Can you think of reasons why ports are crucial for local economies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. primary /prahy-MER-ee/ [adjective] – more important than anything else; main The primary reason for his success is his hard work. disrupt /dis-RUHPT/ [verb] – to prevent something, especially a system, process, or event, from continuing as usual or as expected The sudden storm disrupted the outdoor concert. gradually /GRAJ-oo-uh-lee/ [adverb] – slowly over a period of time or a distance…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about summits? What kind of events or meetings are they? Why do you think countries hold summits with other nations? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cooperation /koh-op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of working together towards the same end The two companies decided to engage in cooperation to develop a new product. long-term /LAWNG-turm/ [adjective] – lasting for a long period of time Investing in education is a long-term strategy for a country’s development. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more powerful The government…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some common environmental issues that communities around the world face? What might be the impact of plastic waste on natural environments? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task Last weekend, many volunteers joined the beach cleanup to remove plastic waste from the shore. ton /tuhn/ [noun] – a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (approximately 907 kilograms) The delivery truck carried three tons of food supplies to the disaster-stricken area….
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the significance of agriculture in the economy of a country? Why do you think reducing energy expenses is important for those involved in agricultural production? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – of considerable importance, size, or worth The company made a substantial investment in research and development to improve its products. agriculture /AG-ri-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil and the rearing of animals Agriculture plays a crucial role in providing food for the growing population. supplier /suh-PLAI-er / [noun]…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the purpose of adding coffee creamer to coffee, and why do some people prefer using it? Do you think the popularity of coffee creamers is influenced by cultural factors, or is it more about personal taste preferences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. steadily /STED-uh-lee/ [adverb] – in a stable and continuous manner, without sudden or extreme changes The company’s profits have been growing steadily over the past few years. primarily /PRY-muh-ruh-lee/ [adverb] – mainly or chiefly; fundamentally The success of the business is primarily attributed to its innovative…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why is water considered a critical resource in industrial and urban development? In what ways can industrial activities affect water quality? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. growth /grohth/ [noun] – the process of developing or increasing in size, quantity, or degree The city’s population growth led to a higher demand for clean water. industrial /in-DUHS-tree-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to or characterized by industry, typically manufacturing or the production of goods The city’s economic success was tied to its thriving industrial sector. policy /POL-uh-see/ [noun] – a course or principle of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a cyberattack? How do you protect yourself from cyberattacks? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. posture /POS-cher / [noun] – a way in which a government or other organization thinks about and/or deals with a particular matter The school’s posture on student well-being included providing mental health support services. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – a powerful effect that something, especially something new, has on a situation or person The construction project had a negative impact on the local wildlife and ecosystem. boundary /BOUN-duh-ree/ [noun] – a real or imagined line…
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