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 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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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 medications used to help people lose weight? Have you ever tried to stop eating a favorite snack? 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。 funded /FUHN-duhd/ [adjective] – provided with money for a specific purpose The school received a funded project to buy new books. investigate /in-VES-ti-geyt/ [verb] – to examine something carefully to learn the facts The police will investigate the missing phone. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in amount or importance He ate a substantial breakfast before school. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to…
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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 while working or studying? Do you think people in your country take naps often? 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。 alertness /uh-LURT-nuhs/ [noun] – the state of being watchful and quick to notice things Drinking coffee in the morning improves my alertness at work. productivity /proh-duhk-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the rate at which a person or company produces goods or services Good sleep increases productivity, so people work faster. function /FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] –the ability to work or operate effectively Too much stress affects brain function….
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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 a pug before? Would you adopt a pet from a rescue center? 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。 properly /PROP-er-lee/ [adverb] – in a correct or suitable way The students were taught how to write essays properly before the exam. couple /KUHP-uhl/ [noun] – two people who are married or in a romantic relationship The couple spent their weekend volunteering at the animal shelter. issue /ISH-ooo/ [noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about The company faced financial issues after…
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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 prefer raw or cooked vegetables? Do you think the way food is cooked affects its taste and health benefits? 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。 contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part Fresh fruits contain a lot of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system. cancer /KAN-ser/ [noun] – a serious disease in which abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the body Scientists are researching new treatments for cancer to improve survival rates. raw /raw/ [adjective] – not cooked 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 think it’s easy or difficult to change eating habits? Do you think government programs can help people eat better? 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。 challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – a difficult task or problem that requires effort to solve or overcome Solving the math problem was a real challenge for me. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of using, eating, or drinking something Water consumption increases in hot weather. obesity /oh-BEE-si-tee/ [noun] – a condition where a person has too much body fat, leading to health issues…
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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 gentle or energetic movements more? Have you ever used an online video to learn something new? 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。 gentle /JEN-tl/ [adjective] – calm, kind, or soft The gentle waves lapped against the shore. tissue /TISH-oo/ [noun] – a group of connected cells in an animal or plant that are similar to each other, have the same purpose, and form the stated part of the animal or plant The surgeon carefully worked on repairing damaged tissues during the operation. block /blok/ [noun] –…
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