Tag Archive: Culture & Travel – Intermediate

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of flowers are popular for celebrations in your country? Why do people give flowers during special events or ceremonies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. identity /ahy-DEN-ti-tee/ [noun] – the qualities and traditions that make a person, group, or place different from others Traditional music is an important part of national identity in many countries. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more effective The city plans to strengthen safety rules for public transportation. ceremonial /ser-uh-MOH-nee-uhl/ [adjective] – related to a formal event or traditional ceremony The…
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©AP Photo/Mengshin Lin Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What traditional items represent culture in different places? Why do tourists often buy local products when visiting a place? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. symbol /SIM-buhl/ [noun] – something that represents an idea or quality The flag is a symbol of the country. import /IM-port/ [noun] – a product brought from another country to be sold The store sells many flower imports from overseas. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a plan or suggestion for people to consider The city discussed a proposal for a new park. demand /dih-MAND/…
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©AP Photo/Peter Dejong Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What famous painters or artworks are familiar in world history? Why might experts study old paintings very carefully? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rejected /ri-JEK-tid/ [verb] – to refuse to accept something The museum rejected the old painting at first. collector /kuh-LEK-ter/ [noun] – someone who gathers and keeps special objects as a hobby or investment The collector bought several rare coins. analysis /uh-NAL-uh-sis/ [noun] – the detailed study of something to understand it better Scientists conducted an analysis of the samples. curator /kyoo-RAY-ter/ [noun] – a…
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©(AP Photo/Jack Dura) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of food or place makes you feel happy in cold weather? Why? What makes a place feel special or meaningful to people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. walk-up /WAWK-uhp/ [adjective] – describing a place where customers order or enter by walking up, not inside The ticket booth is walk-up only and does not allow indoor seating. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of changing from one state or situation to another The transition from school to work can be challenging for young adults. steady /STED-ee/…
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©(AP Photo/Duke Monari) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of gifts do people usually give on special days like Valentine’s Day? What makes a gift feel meaningful to you: the thought, the use, or the design? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. promotion /pruh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something known to many people The company used online promotion to introduce a new product. hyperinflation /hahy-per-in-FLEY-shuhn/ [noun] – extremely fast increase in prices Hyperinflation caused food prices to rise very quickly. liquidity /li-KWID-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to use money easily for payment…
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©(AP Photo/Kristin M. Hall) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do people keep old letters, photos, or messages from the past? If you found letters from people who lived long ago, what would you want to learn about them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conflict /kuhn-FLIKT/ [noun] – a serious disagreement or fight between groups or countries The conflict between the two teams delayed the project. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – a clear understanding of a situation or idea The survey provides insight into customer behavior. wartime /WAWR-tahym/ [adjective] – relating to a period when a…
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©(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do people like to save old photos, cards, or letters? How do people today usually share their feelings with others? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exhibition /ek-suh-BISH-uhn/ [noun] – a public show of objects or works An exhibition of old photos attracted many visitors. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or easy to notice The report included a notable example of success. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb] – to affect the way something happens Friends often influence choices about hobbies and sports. marriage /MAR-ij/ [noun] – the legal union…
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©Angie Moser/Voracious via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods are often cooked in families for many years? Who helps introduce traditional foods to more people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. growing /GROH-ing/ [adjective] – increasing over time There is growing interest in traditional foods. recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to be accepted or praised officially The chef was recognized for cultural cooking. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to understand or use Events make history more accessible. common /KOM-uhn/ [adjective] – happening often Food events are now common in cities. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – continuing…
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©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes a place interesting to explore? Have you heard of online tours? How do you think they work? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accessible /ak-SES-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be reached or used The online class is accessible to students in different countries. excavation /eks-kuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of digging to uncover something The excavation revealed old tools under the ground. humidity /hyoo-MID-i-tee/ [noun] – the amount of water in the air High humidity makes hot weather feel uncomfortable. artistic /ahr-TIS-tik/ [adjective] – related to…
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©AP Photo/Leo Correa Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What old buildings exist in your city? How are they protected today? What holidays are linked to historical events? Why are they remembered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deliberate /di-LIB-er-it/ [adjetive] – done on purpose The action was deliberate, not accidental. support /suh-PORT/ [verb] – to help prove something is true Evidence helped support the theory. layered /LAY-erd/ [adjective] – having many levels or periods The city has a layered past. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to show or explain clearly Artifacts illustrate past life. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective]…
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