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Meta to allow teens access VR app Horizon despite mental health concerns, faces backlash

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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Meta to allow teens access VR app Horizon despite mental health concerns, faces backlash

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consultation /kon-suhl-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a meeting to discuss something or to get advice The doctor recommended that the patient schedule a consultation with a specialist to discuss their persistent symptoms and potential treatment options. fraudulent /FRAW-juh-luhnt/ [adjective] – dishonest and illegal: The company was fined for making fraudulent claims about the effectiveness of its product, which misled many customers into purchasing it based on false promises. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become greater, more serious, or more extreme, or to make something do this To improve his fitness level, John decided to intensify his workout routine…
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Meta to allow teens access VR app Horizon despite mental health concerns, faces backlash

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you experienced using virtual reality apps? Do you think teenagers are safe on virtual reality social media platforms? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening The teacher did not allow the use of cell phones during class to minimize distractions and encourage students to focus on their studies. unfair /uhn-FAIR/ [uhn-FAIR] – not fair; not conforming to approved standards, as of justice, honesty, or ethics The employees complained about the…
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