Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Beginner

©AP Photo/Michel Euler 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 experienced very hot weather in your city? Do you know any countries in Europe that get very hot in summer? 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。 happen /HAP-uhn/ [verb] – if an event or situation happens, it occurs or takes place A big storm will happen tomorrow night. temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the measured amount of heat in a place or a person’s body. The temperature is 38°C today. transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the movement of people or goods from one place 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 seen a tick before? Do you like hiking or gardening during warm weather? 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。 bite /bahyt/ [noun] – the act of using the teeth or mouth to cut into something Doctors are seeing more mosquito bites this month because of the rainy weather. usual /YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening regularly or normally The park has more visitors than usual during the holiday season. summer /SUHM-er/ [noun] – the warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn We often go to the…
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©(AP Photo/Thomas Peipert) 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 or visited an animal shelter? Do you think animals feel emotions like humans do? 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。 calm /kahm/ [adjective] – peaceful and not angry, worried, or excited The teacher used a soft voice to keep the children calm during the fire drill. musician /myoo-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – someone who is skilled in playing music, usually as a job Many musicians performed at the school concert. scared /skaird/ [adjective] – afraid or frightened The loud thunder made the baby feel…
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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 doing sports in the summer? Have you ever taken a break because the weather was too hot? 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。 sport /spawrt/ [noun] – a physical activity or game, usually done for fun or competition Many schools offer different sports like basketball, swimming, and volleyball. sign /sahyn/ [noun] – something that shows a warning or gives information The dark clouds were a sign that rain was coming. cool /kool/ [adjective] – a little cold or not hot The fan helped keep the room…
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©AP Photo/Wong Maye-E, 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 received a weather warning in your area? Did you take action when you received a weather warning? 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。 illness /IL-nis/ [noun] – a disease or period of being sick She stayed home because of her illness. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing damage or injury The smoke is harmful to the lungs. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – movement toward a better or more complete condition The baby made progress in walking. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowing that something exists…
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©(AP Photo/Richard Drew) 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 yoga before? Do you think people of all ages should try light exercise? 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。 chair /chair/ [noun] – a piece of furniture for one person to sit on The teacher sat on the chair while the students gathered around. student /STOOD-nt/ [noun] – a person who is learning at a school or under an instructor The music teacher slowed down the lesson for a student who had never played the piano before. center /SEN-ter/ [noun] – a…
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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 had a pet at home? Do you think pets need special food sometimes? 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。 uncomfortable /uhn-KUHMF-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – feeling pain, worry, or not at ease She felt uncomfortable sitting in the hard chair for a long time. sock /sok/ [noun] – a piece of clothing worn on the feet, usually made of soft material He wore thick socks because it was cold outside. dust /duhst/ [noun] – very small dry pieces of dirt that are found in the air or on…
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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 a fitness class or a workout program? Do you think walking is a good way to stay healthy? 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。 study /STUHD-ee/ [noun] – careful research or investigation on a subject The study showed that eating more fruits can improve heart health. regular /REG-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – happening often or at equal times The doctor told her to have regular check-ups every year. program /PROH-gram/ [noun] – a set plan or schedule of activities or events The school started a reading program…
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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 to eat healthier food? Have you ever thought about how food affects your body? 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。 check /chek/ [verb] – to look at something carefully to learn more about it or to find a problem Scientists want to check how much sugar students drink each day. factory /FAK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a building where large amounts of products are made using machines Many clothes are made in factories in other countries. adult /uh-DUHLT/ [noun] – a person who is fully grown or…
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©(AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, 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 heard of a disease that spreads between animals and people? Do you think it is important to be careful when animals around you are sick? 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。 careful /KAIR-fuhl/ [adjective] – giving attention to what you are doing to avoid mistakes or danger You should be careful when crossing a busy road. worried /WUR-eed/ [adjective] – feeling nervous or anxious about something bad that may happen Parents are worried about their children’s safety at school. winter /WIN-ter/ [noun]…
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