Tag Archive: education – intermediate

Pre-reading questions: Would you like to study or work in another country? Why or why not? What do you think are the benefits of working in another country? Please explain your answer. Vocabulary: facility /fuh-sil-i-tee/ [noun] the buildings, equipment, and services provided for a particular purpose Our school has excellent sports facilities. aim /eym/ [verb] to plan for a specific purpose or to intend She aims to become a good actress in the future. shortage /shawr-tij/ [noun] a situation in which there is not enough of something Many restaurants increased the price of their burgers because of the beef shortage. caregiver /kair-giv-er/ [noun] someone who takes care of a person…
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Pre-Reading Questions: Do you like to study abroad? Why or why not? Do you like traveling? Why or why not? Vocabulary: knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] awareness, understanding, or information that has been obtained by experience or study I have knowledge of Japanese but can’t speak fluently. culture /KUHL-cher/ [noun] the way of life especially the general customs and beliefs of a particular group of people I am interested to learn more about Japanese culture. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] to spend time thinking about a possibility My wife and I are considering adopting a child. quality /KWOL-i-tee/ [adjective] of a high standard They offer quality service at a reasonable price. primary /PRAHY-mer-ee/ [adjective]…
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Pre-reading questions: How often do you use the Internet? What do you usually do on the Internet? Vocabulary: social media /SOH-shuhl MEE-dee-uh/ [noun] programs that allow people to communicate using the Internet A lof of fake news can be found on social media sites. suspend /suh-SPEND/ [verb] to stop something from being active He was suspended from the team for missing too many practices. implement /IM-pluh-ment// [verb] to start using a plan or a system The training plan is harder to implement that we thought. arrange /uh-REYNJ/ [verb] to plan or prepare something More people would come if you arrange the events on the weekend. refuse /ri-FYOOZ/ [verb] to say…
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Pre-reading questions: What country or countries have you been to? If none, where would you like to go? Do you want to study abroad? Why or why not? Vocabulary: mere /meer/ [adjective] not more than nor better than The pair of pants I bought online costs a mere $30. require /ri-KWAHYUH-r/ [verb] to make something necessary or needed The students are required to submit their written report by Friday. annual /AN-yoo-uhl/ [adjective] happening once every year I never miss the annual sale at the department store near my house. opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] a chance that makes something possible to happen His work provided him with a lot of opportunities to…
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Pre-reading questions: Have you tried having a part-time job? Discuss. Do you think part-time jobs are important for students? Why or why not? Vocabulary: enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] to improve the quality of something Liza wants to enhance her speaking skills. significant /sig-NIF-I-kuhnt/ [adjective] very important He has made a significant decision. academics /ak-uh-DEM-ik/ [noun] the activities related to school subjects done in school Problems at home are affecting my academics. balance /BAL-uhns/ [verb] to give two things equal importance, attention, or weight You need to balance your time for sports and school. hinder /HIN-der/ [verb] to limit the development of something A poor diet can hinder physical growth. Esther McVey,…
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Pre-reading questions: What is your favorite subject in school? Please explain your answer. Do you like joining school club activities? Please explain your answer. Vocabulary: protest /PROH-test/ [noun] a strong complaint expressing disagreement There was a protest against the newly-passed law. crisis /KHRAY-sis/ [noun] a difficult situation The country has been experiencing an economic crisis for the past years. decade /DEK-eyd/ [noun] a period of ten years I worked as a nurse for 2 decades. pursue /per-SOO/ [verb] to try to achieve She wants to pursue a teaching career. uncertified /un-SUR-tuh-fahyd/ [adjective] not officially recognized as having a certain status or meeting certain standards Two days after the election, the…
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Pre-reading questions: What kind of bag do you like using? Discuss. Do you find clear bags safe? Why or why not? Vocabulary: measure /MEZH-er/ [noun] a way to achieve something There was a discussion with the new measures. administrator /ad-MIN-uh-strey-ter/ [noun]someone whose job is to control the operation of a business School administrators are against the new policy. see-through /SEE-throo/ [adjective] almost transparent The girl is wearing a see-through blouse. premise /PREM-is/ [noun] the land and/or building owned by a company or organization The company is relocating to a new premise. privacy /PRAHY-Vuh-see/ [noun] the right to keep someone’s personal matters private The girl asked for some privacy. Students of…
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  Pre-reading questions: What would you like to be in the future? At what age do people retire in your country?   HP Inc.’s 62-year-old Senior Vice President for laser-jet business unit, Pradeep Jotwani, was ready to end his 28-year career but he’s not ready to retire just yet. Later on, he heard about Stanford University’s Distinguished Careers Institute which is designed for retiring professionals and executives. He enrolled in the program, hoping to explore more in life. Jotwani studied renewable energy, climate change, social venture management, and art history. He may have taught entrepreneurs in India, Myanmar, and Tanzania but he still likes being back in school as a…
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  Pre-reading questions: What are the university admission test requirements in your country? Do you think university admission test scores can predict the success of students?   Harvard Law School tried out a new program that welcomes GRE (Graduate Record Examination) score as an admission prerequisite for law students for the coming school year 2018. The said law school is the second accredited law school in the United States to accept GRE scores for admission. Most law schools in the US only recognize LSAT (Law School Admission Test) scores. LSAT is solely used for admission to law school programs Harvard Law School Assistant Dean and Chief Admission Officer Jessica Soban…
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