Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Beginner

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 ever heard of Alzheimer’s disease? Do you think memory problems can affect people at a young age? 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。 delay /dih-LEY/ [verb] – to make something happen at a later time than originally planned The teacher decided to delay the exam until next week because many students were absent. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common; very unusual It’s rare to see snow in this part of the country during winter. switch /swich/ [verb] – to change from one thing to another After experiencing…
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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。 Would you prefer drinking water with or without added minerals? Have you ever noticed a difference in the taste of water from different places? 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。 decrease /DEE-krees/ [noun] – a reduction in size, amount, or number of something There was a decrease in the number of visitors today. personal /PUR-suh-nl/ [adjective] – relating to one person instead of a group or organization His personal opinion is different from his friend’s view. opinion /uh-PIN-yuhn/ [noun] – a thought or belief about something or someone His…
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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 heard of measles before? Do you think it’s important for people to get vaccinated to prevent diseases? 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。 confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to state or show that something is true or correct The doctor will confirm the test results tomorrow. recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] – happening or starting not long ago The news talked about a recent earthquake in Japan. urgent /UR-juhnt/ [adjective] – needing quick action or attention She sent an urgent message about the storm. necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/ [adjective] – needed or…
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©(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File) 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 ever seen a product that looked fun but turned out to be harmful? Do you think colorful packaging can make a product seem less dangerous? 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。 rise /rahyz/ [noun] – an increase in size, number, or degree There has been a rise in online shopping since the pandemic began. patient /PEY-shuhnt/ [noun] – a person who is receiving medical care or who is cared for by a particular doctor or dentist when necessary The doctor asked her…
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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 ever tried exercising without eating first? Do you think eating right before exercise would make you feel better or worse? 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。 topic /TOP-ik/ [noun] – a subject that people talk, write, or think about Climate change has become a major topic in political debates. workout /WURK-out/ [noun] – a period of physical exercise His morning workout includes jogging and stretching. nutrient /NOO-tree-uhnt/ [noun] – any substance that plants or animals need in order to live and grow Fruits and vegetables provide essential…
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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 ever struggled to sleep after a schedule change? Have you heard of daylight saving time (DST) before? 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。 link /lingk/ [verb] – to connect or relate one thing to another Research links air pollution to an increased risk of lung diseases. effect /ih-FEKT/ [noun] – a result or a consequence of an action or event The new policy had positive effects on student performance. remain /ri-MEYN/ [verb] – to stay in the same state or condition Even after the changes, the main…
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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 ever felt sleepy after eating a big meal? Do you think the food you eat affects how well you sleep? 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。 seed /seed/ [noun] – the small, usually hard part of a plant from which new plants can grow Farmers plant seeds in the spring to grow crops for the summer. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or as part of it This drink contains vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system. produce /pruh-DOOS/ [verb] – to make or…
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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 ever taken care of a plant before? Do you think plants can make a room feel more comfortable? 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。 modern /MOD-ern/ [adjective] – relating to the present or recent times; not old-fashioned Many modern schools use technology to enhance student learning. employee /em-PLOI-ee/ [noun] – a person who works for a company or organization Every employee in the company received a bonus at the end of the year. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary The university requires…
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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 ever used lip balm to protect your lips? Have you tried different types of lip balm before? 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。 tube /toob/ [noun] – a hollow cylindrical container used for holding or dispensing substances A tube of paint is a popular choice for artists creating vibrant murals. prevent /pri-VENT/ [verb] – to stop something from happening The security system is installed to prevent unauthorized access to the building. quality /KWOL-i-tee/ [noun] – the standard or degree of excellence of something The chef always selects…
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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。 Do you think bright colors make food look more delicious? Have you ever avoided a food because of its color? 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。 century /noun/ [SEN-chuh-ree] – a period of 100 years In the 20th century, technology advanced rapidly, changing how people communicated. attractive /uh-TRAK-tiv/ [adjective] – pleasing or appealing to the senses or mind The city built an attractive park with colorful flowers and fountains. seem /seem/ [verb] – to give the impression of being something He seems tired. judge /juhj/ [verb] – to form…
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