Tag Archive: Business & Economy – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you use AI in your daily life? Do you think there should be laws to regulate the use of AI? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The comprehensive report covered all aspects of the research study, including methodology, findings, and analysis. guideline /GAHYD-lahyn/ [noun] – information intended to advise people on how something should be done or what something should be The government agency developed guidelines for food labeling to provide accurate information to…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Among all the social media platforms available, which one do you use most often? Do you think social media platforms should take advantage of artificial intelligence? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. estimate /ES-tuh-meyt/ [verb] – to guess or calculate the cost, size, value, etc. of something I will estimate the time it will take to complete the project. creation /kree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of creating something, or the thing that is created The figurine’s creation took several weeks to complete, as the artist was meticulous…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you have any experience using your mobile phone to access your bank account? Tell me about it. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of using mobile devices to access your bank account? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch, lahnch/ [verb] – to begin something such as a plan or introduce something new such as a product The company plans to launch its new product line next month, featuring innovative designs and advanced technology. balance /BAL-uhns/ [noun] – the amount of money you have in a…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you watch videos on YouTube? What was the last video you watched on YouTube? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. advisory /ad-VAHY-zuh-ree/ [adjective] – relating to giving advice He was chosen last month to serve on the advisory committee. throughout /throo-OUT/ [adverb] – in every part, or during the whole period of time People throughout the world were shocked by the news of the disaster. varied /VAIR-eed/ [adjective] – having or showing many different types, or changing often The school provides a fun and varied schedule of social…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What items do you often buy when you go shopping? Have you ever applied for a loan? Please tell me more about it. Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. thoroughly /THUR-uh-lee/ [adverb] – completely, very much Before using a bandage, thoroughly clean the wound. lender /LEN-dr/ [noun] – someone or something that lends money, especially a large financial organization such as a bank The lender may need you to pay them an arrangement charge of $250. violate /VAHY-uh-leyt/ [verb] – to break or act against something, especially a law, agreement, principle,…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you made any changes in your home to become more energy efficient? If so, what was it? If not, what could you do to become more energy efficient? What green technologies are you most excited about for the future? Could you elaborate on your answer? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. economy /ih-KON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the system of trade and industry by which the wealth of a country is made and used The global economy has been facing numerous challenges in recent years, leading to an increase in unemployment rates….
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is one skill you are proud of? Please tell me more about it. If given the chance, what kind of business would you like to have? Why? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. seminar /SEM-uh-nahr/ [noun] – an occasion when a teacher or expert and a group of people meet to study and discuss something He received an invitation to a seminar in Paris. offer /OF-er/ [verb] – to provide or supply something Career counselors offer advice to all students. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – related to work that needs a…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of your country’s famous toys? What can you say about the prices of toys in your country? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecast /FAWR-kast/ [noun] – a statement of what is judged likely to happen in the future, especially in connection with a particular situation, or the expected weather conditions According to the most current economic forecast, growth will be 3.5%. inexpensive /in-ik-SPEN-siv/ [adjective] – not costing a lot of money We have a big selection of inexpensive wines in stock. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [verb] – to gradually…
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Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you think that robots will replace teachers someday? How do you feel about that? In what way can robots be dangerous? Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. package /PAK-ij/ [noun] – an object or set of objects wrapped in paper, usually in order to be sent by mail When will we receive the package? breakthrough /BREYK-throo/ [noun] – an important discovery or event that helps to improve a situation or provide an answer to a problem Researchers claim to have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against cancer. heavily…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you think having fast internet adds up to good service? Why do you think so? How is tourism in your country now? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. establish /ih-STAB-lish/ [verb] – to start a company or organization that will continue for a long time The company was established in 1822. vast /vast/ [adjective] – extremely big This treatment is not available in the vast majority of hospitals. satellite /satellite/ [SAT-l-ahyt] – a device sent up into space to travel around the earth, used for collecting information or communicating by…
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