Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

©(Luxottica via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What activities do children spend the most time on today? What do you usually do to rest your eyes after a long day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nearsightedness /NEER-sy-tid-ness/ [noun] – the condition of not being able to see far objects clearly Doctors checked the child for nearsightedness during a school health exam. distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – far away Distant signs were hard to read without glasses. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in amount or size The new training program led to a substantial improvement in…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What common exercises are usually featured in fitness programs? How do these exercises help people stay active? What reasons have people given for choosing home-based workouts? When might home workouts be more helpful than gym visits? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perpetuate /per-PECH-oo-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to continue The program tried to perpetuate regular exercise among beginners. delineate /dih-LIN-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to clearly describe or show something Coaches delineate each step so learners understand the correct form. preeminent /pree-EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – more important or powerful than others in…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of forests or nature after heavy rain? What safety rules do you usually follow when exploring parks or outdoor places? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – very serious or very strong The patient experienced severe pain after the accident. advisory /ad-VAHY-zuh-ree/ [noun] – an official notice that gives important information or a warning A travel advisory warned tourists about safety risks during the holiday season. toxin /TOK-sin/ [noun] – a harmful substance that can cause illness or damage Scientists found…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think pets feel when the weather is very cold? Do you think pets should play outside in winter or mostly stay inside? Why do you think so? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. frostbite /FRAWST-bahyt/ [noun] – injury caused by extreme cold that freezes skin or tissue Doctors warned hikers that frostbite could develop quickly during long climbs in below-freezing temperatures. seriousness /SEER-ee-uhs-nis/ [noun] – the quality of being severe, important, or dangerous The report highlighted the seriousness of water shortages in rural communities. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] –…
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©(AP Photo/Javier Arciga) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think some people follow advice from influencers when choosing health or fitness products? What makes a health product seem trustworthy or untrustworthy to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. injectable /in-JEK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be put into the body with a needle The clinic offered injectable vitamins for people who needed quick nutrition support. evaluation /ih-val-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – careful check or test to understand something The company offered health evaluations before workers joined the fitness program. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – the way in…
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©(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you feel if a website suddenly changed important information without explanation? Why do you think clear communication from health organizations is important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. statement /STEYT-muhnt/ [noun] – something that someone says or writes to express an idea or fact The school released a statement saying the building would be closed for repairs. established /ih-STAB-lisht/ [adjective] – already accepted or recognized because it has existed or been used for a long time The museum followed established rules for handling historical…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about product safety? What challenges do you imagine people face when trying to stay informed about safety issues? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. toxin /TOK-sin/ [noun] – harmful substance produced by living things that can cause illness Scientists found a dangerous toxin in some fish from the polluted lake. failure /FEYL-yer/ [noun] – lack of success or the act of not doing something correctly The failure to check the equipment caused delays in the factory. contamination /kuhn-tam-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making…
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©(AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think small towns might have more challenges when it comes to health care? What do you think makes a community feel safe and supported when someone gets sick? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reduction /ri-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something smaller or less The school made several reductions in activities because of limited money. shortage /SHAWR-tij/ [noun] – a lack of something that is needed There was a teacher shortage at the local school last year. saving /SEY-ving/ [noun] – money…
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©AP Photo/Patrick Sison Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do many people in your country use reusable bottles? If so, how often do they clean them? If not, why not? Have you ever used the same water bottle for several days? If so, what happened? If not, what do you usually use instead? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places or among many people The use of smartphones is widespread in many countries. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – meaning necessary or needed Water is essential for staying healthy. sustainable…
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©(Andrew Hawkins/Montclair Bike Bus via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some good or fun ways to travel around your town? What can people do to make their daily travel safer or healthier? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transportation /trans-per-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the way people or goods are moved from one place to another Many people in big cities use public transportation such as buses and trains. helmet /HEL-mit/ [noun] – a hard hat that protects the head while riding a bike or doing other activities All motorbike riders must wear helmets to…
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