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。 Do you think plants can get sick like people? Have you ever seen thin webs on leaves? 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。 grower /GROH-er/ [noun] – a person who grows a plant A grower checks new plants before placing them in the home. movement /MOOV-muhnt/ [noun] – a small action or change in position Small movement on the leaf can show early insect activity. web /web/ [noun] – a thin thread made by a spider A thin web on the leaf may show insect activity. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun]…
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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 sent a letter or postcard before? Do you want to spend less time on your phone each day? 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。 dozen /DUHZ-uhn/ [noun] – a group of twelve She exchanges letters with about a dozen people each month. website /WEB-sahyt/ [noun] – an online place with information or services The website helps users find pen pals around the world. postcard /POHST-kahrd/ [noun] – a card sent by mail with a short message The traveler sent a postcard to a friend from another…
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©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) 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 often buy packaged meals or snacks from a supermarket? Do you sometimes choose food based on the label on the package? 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。 approval /uh-PROO-vuhl/ [noun] – official permission or acceptance The school received approval to start a new program. fluid /FLOO-id/ [noun] – a liquid substance Doctors advise drinking enough fluid during hot weather. nutrition /noo-TRISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of getting nutrients from food Good nutrition supports growth in children. depend /dih-PEND/ [verb] – to be influenced 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。 Do you like the idea of having fresh plants in a kitchen or living room? Do you think winter makes it harder to grow plants outdoors? 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。 herb /urb/ [noun] – a plant used for food, medicine, or smell A herb is added to tea to improve flavor and aroma. weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the condition of the air outside, such as cold or heat Bad weather delayed travel plans at the airport. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – one item used to make food 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。 Do you help clean or organize your home? Do you think checking a home often can prevent problems? 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。 household /HOUS-hohld/ [noun] – a group of people living in one home Each household in the area received safety information from the city. spend /spend/ [verb] – to use time or money for something Many students spend several hours a day studying online. value /VAL-yoo/ [noun] – the worth of something Property value can change due to local development. delayed /dih-LEYD/ [adjective] – happening later…
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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 enjoy reading in your free time? Do you think screens take time away from reading? 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 /dih-KREES/ [verb] – to become smaller in number, amount, or level Air pollution levels decrease during rainy seasons. enjoyment /en-JOI-muhnt/ [noun] – a feeling of pleasure or happiness Many people find enjoyment in listening to music after work. schedule /SKEJ-ool/ [noun] – a plan that shows when activities or events happen The work schedule changed due to the new project. platform /PLAT-fawrm/ [noun] – a…
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©(Luxottica via AP) 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。 Is it hard for you to see things that are far away? Do you think spending more time indoors can affect health? 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。 estimate /ES-tuh-meyt/ [verb] – to make a guess about the size, number, or amount of something Scientists estimate that the project will take six months to complete. develop /dih-VEL-uhp/ [verb] – to begin to have an illness or problem Some children develop sleep problems when they do not get enough rest. screen /skreen/ [noun] – a flat surface…
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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。 Are simple exercises in fitness programs? Do people have reasons for doing home workouts? 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。 attainable /uh-TEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – possible to achieve. A short workout is attainable for many people. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – not too strong or too weak; in the middle. A moderate workout is easy for beginners. stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to make something steady Weights can help stabilize the body in some exercises. emphasize /verb/ [EM-fuh-sahyz] – to show that something is important Trainers emphasize good form in workouts. technique…
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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 seen mushrooms growing outside? Have you ever heard a warning about food or nature 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。 outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an event or action The final outcome of the meeting was a new plan for the project. failure /FEYL-yer/ [noun] – the state of not working or not succeeding The report explained that long-term pollution can cause lung failure in severe cases. mistake /mi-STEYK/ [noun] – an action or decision that is wrong The teacher said…
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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 cold weather can be hard for some animals? Do you think pets need extra care during winter? 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。 advice /ad-VAHYS/ [noun] – guidance or suggestions about what to do The doctor gave advice on how to prevent dehydration during hot weather. fur /fur/ [noun] – the hair on the body of an animal The rabbit’s fur became thicker as spring ended and the weather changed. risk /risk/ [noun] – the chance of something dangerous or harmful happening Drivers face a higher…
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