Tag Archive: Culture & Travel – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the most popular candy brand in your country? Which do you usually eat after meals, desserts or candies? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. treat /treet/ [noun] – a type of food that is eaten in addition to your usual meals, usually something sweet Have you already given treats to the children? concept /KON-sept/ [noun] – a principle or idea The concept of this presentation is quite easy to understand. values /VAL-yooz/ [noun] – the principles that help you to decide what is right and wrong and how to…
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©Getty Images via BBC Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do libraries in your country charge fees for overdue books? What books from a library would you like to borrow? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abolish /uh-BOL-ish/ [verb] – to end an activity or custom officially The young mayor wants to abolish private schools. policy /POL-uh-see/ [noun] – a set of ideas or a plan of what to do in particular situations that has been agreed to officially by a group of people, a business organization, a government, or a political party The clothing store has…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the greatest discoveries do you know? What is the importance of these discoveries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feature /FEE-cher/ [noun] – a typical quality or an important part of something This is a key feature of our society. curiosity /kyoor-ee-OS-i-tee/ [noun] – an eager wish to know or learn about something The children looked at their new teacher in curiosity. beyond /bee-OND/ [preposition] – outside or after It won’t go on beyond midnight. alter /AWL-ter/ [verb] – to change something, usually slightly, or to cause…
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©teamLab Planets via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you keep indoor plants? Why or why not? What type of art do you appreciate? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. patience /PEY-shuhns/ [noun] – the ability to wait, or to continue doing something despite difficulties, or to suffer without complaining or becoming annoyed: Humans develop patience as they grow older. understanding /uhn-der-STAN-ding / [noun] – knowledge about a subject, situation, etc. or about how something works Ann has a deep understanding of life. vision /VIZH-uhn/ [noun] – an idea or mental image of something My…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the main mode of transportation in your country? Which mode of transportation is the most comfortable for you and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. steep /steep/ [adjective] – (of a slope) rising or falling at a sharp angle This path leads to a steep hill. debate /dih-BEYT/ [noun] – (a) serious discussion of a subject in which many people take part Residents had a debate about the community’s future policies. practical /PARK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to experience, real situations, or actions rather than ideas or imagination Kanata…
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©Tom Schiller via BBC News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite type of sushi? Which place in Japan is famous for sushi? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specialize /SPESH-uh-lahyz/ [verb] – to offer a particular product or service more than any other, usually so that you have a good reputation for this product or service Our family specializes in fabric production. preserve /pri-ZURV/ [verb] – to keep something as it is, especially to prevent it from decaying or to protect it from being damaged or destroyed The organization’s goal is to preserve…
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©Ronan O’Connell via BBC Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your city known for? What place would you visit once the pandemic passes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. geometric /jee-uh-ME-trik/ [adjective] – a geometric pattern or arrangement is made up of shapes such as squares, triangles, or rectangles The building is known for its geometric wall patterns. greenery /GREE-nuh-ree/ [noun] – green foliage, growing plants, or vegetation I suggest putting greenery along the hallway to make it look fresh. tropical /TROP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – of or characteristic of the tropics (= the hottest area of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you book a hotel? What was the last place that you went to? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. state /steyt/ [verb] – to say or write something, especially clearly and carefully Please state why you wish to apply for this scholarship. lack /lak/ [noun] – the fact that something is not available or that there is not enough of it Lack of sleep made her more exhausted. procedure /pruh-SEE-jer/ [noun] – a set of actions that is the official or accepted way of doing something The procedure is…
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