Tag Archive: business news – intermediate
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2023年9月21日
©Chick-fil-A Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you purchase food from drive-thrus? How long should a drive-thru transaction last? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. principle /PRIN-suh-puhl/ [noun] – a basic idea or rule that explains or controls how something happens or works The principle of supply and demand dictates that prices tend to increase when demand exceeds supply and decrease when supply exceeds demand. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Applying a moisturizer can enhance the appearance and texture of the skin, making it look smoother…
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2023年6月25日
©Mike Andronico/CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you have a dream smartphone? Tell me more about it. What new smartphone features can make you spend a lot on a purchase? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. factor /FAK-ter / [noun] – a fact or situation that influences the result of something The weather was a significant factor in our decision to postpone the outdoor event. upgrade /UHP-greyd/ [noun] – a piece of software or equipment that improves the quality or usefulness of a computer or machine The computer company released a new upgrade for their…
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2023年6月9日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you had the chance to use ChatGPT? How was the experience? Do you think technologies like ChatGPT can make our lives easier? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exception /ik-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – someone or something that is not included in a rule, group, or list or that does not behave in the expected way I love all kinds of music, with the exception of heavy metal – it’s just not my thing. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to cause something to exist A brainstorming session with colleagues…
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2023年6月5日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which areas of your life are enhanced by AI or artificial intelligence? Do you think people should be careful how they use AI? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling, opinion, or fact John was too shy to express his feelings for his crush, so he wrote a letter instead. independently /in-di-PEN-duhnt-lee/ [adverb] – without being influenced or controlled in any way by other people, events, or things The children were encouraged to think independently and come up with their…
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2023年5月28日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you stream movies and other shows through Netflix? What are your favorite shows? Are you familiar with K-dramas and other Korean shows? Do you enjoy watching them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commitment /kuh-MIT-muhnt/ [noun] – a promise or firm decision to do something, or the fact of promising something The president’s commitment to reducing crime rates in the city has led to the implementation of several new policies and programs. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Access to clean water is crucial for the survival of…
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2023年5月24日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you tried using virtual apps? Tell me more about it. Do you think teenagers should be allowed to access virtual reality applications? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aspect /AS-pekt/ [noun] – one part of a situation, problem, subject, etc. One important aspect of learning a new language is developing a good understanding of its grammar and sentence structure. measure /MEZH-er/ [noun] – a way of achieving something, or a method for dealing with a situation The government implemented measures such as mask-wearing and social distancing…
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2021年3月3日
© Shunsuke Tabeta via Nikkei Asia Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of energy sources do you know? Are there many electric vehicles in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. automaker /AW-toh-mey-ker/ [noun] – a big company that makes car The country’s leading automaker set an all-time monthly sales record this month. outsell /out-SEL/ [verb] – (of a product) to be sold in greater numbers than another product MP3s soon began to outsell CDs. compare /kuhm-PAIR/ [verb] – to examine or look for the difference between two or more things This store’s prices…
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2021年1月13日
© Lucy Nicholson—Reuters via Time.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you want to do if you have a lot of money? Who is the richest person in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spot /spot / [noun] – a particular place The number one spot for Billboard hot 100 music was occupied by Jason Derulo this week. wealthy /WEL-thee / [adjective] – rich The wealthy man dedicated his life in helping poor people in their area. intend /in-TEND/ [verb] – to have as a plan or purpose I’ve heard that he intends…
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2020年1月17日
Pre-reading questions: Is it better to travel by plane or by car? Please explain your answer. Do you have plans to travel to other countries? If yes, where? If no, why not? Vocabulary: increase /in-KREES/ [verb] to become or make something larger or greater They increased the price of rice by $5 in every sack. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] movement toward an improved or more developed state, or to a forward position Mechanical progress has been very quick over the past few months. facility /fuh-SIL-i-tee/ [noun] something such as a place, building, or equipment used for a particular purpose or activity The medical facilities in the Philippines were supervised by the…
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2019年6月14日
Photo by © Getty via Evoke.ie Pre-reading questions: How can the internet help you learn English? Explain your answer. What do you think is the best thing about the internet? Why? Vocabulary: protection /pruh-TEK-shuhn/ [noun] the act of keeping someone or something safe from injury, damage, or loss Our country needs protection from the terrorists. adopt /uh-DOPT/ [verb] to accept or start to use something new We need to adopt more strategic ways to improve the economy from other countries. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] causing harm Early use of mobile phones is harmful to children. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] important, large, or great, especially in leading to a different result or to…
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