Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you imagine your life might change as you grow older? What do you think is the most important factor in staying healthy as we age? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Good communication is crucial in maintaining a healthy relationship. injury /IN-juh-ree/ [noun] – harm or damage to the body caused by an accident or attack He had multiple injuries after the car accident but is now recovering. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate or judge the nature or ability of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How did the pandemic change your daily life or routine? What do you imagine it would be like to live through a pandemic in a different country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unequal /uhn-EE-kwuhl/ [adjective] – not fair or evenly distributed Unequal access to education has created a significant gap between urban and rural areas. expose /ik-SPOHZ/ [verb] – to reveal or make something known, often something hidden or harmful The investigation exposed corruption within the organization, shocking the public. immunity /ih-MYOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – protection against a disease or infection,…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about how medicine ingredients are reviewed for safety? Why is it important for a medicine to be tested again even if it’s been used for years? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decongestant /dee-kuhn-JES-tuhnt/ [noun] – a type of medicine used to relieve blocked noses or sinuses The doctor gave me a decongestant to clear my nose. effectively /ih-FEK-tiv-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that produces the intended result The medicine worked effectively to treat my cold. relieve /ri-LEEV/ [verb] – to make something less painful or…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does “healthy food” mean to you? Can you think of a food you like that might not be labeled as “healthy”? Why do you think that is? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. packaged /PA-kuhjd/ [adjective] – sold in a package She prefers to buy packaged snacks because they are more convenient for her busy schedule. definition /def-uh-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – a statement that explains the meaning of a word or concept The teacher asked the students to write a definition of the new vocabulary word. sodium /SOH-dee-uhm/ [noun] – a…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems do students face when going to school? What are the reasons some families struggle to find transportation for their children? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shortage /SHAWR-tij/ [noun] – a situation in which there is not enough of something There is a shortage of teachers in some schools. distant /DIS-tuhnt / [adjective] – far away in space or time The distant mountain looks beautiful in the morning. qualify /KWOL-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to meet the necessary conditions or standards To qualify for the contest, you need to be 18…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What could happen if drinking became less popular in society? How do young people drink differently from older generations in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. slowdown /SLOH-doun/ [noun] – a reduction in speed, activity, or the rate that things are produced Economists are worried about the recent slowdown in global trade. pandemic /pan-DEM-ik/ [noun] – a widespread outbreak of a disease that affects people across a large region or globally The pandemic caused significant changes to how people work and study. eatery /EE-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a small restaurant…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you like about the winter season? What food do you usually eat in the winter? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dietician /dai-uh-TI-shn/ [noun] – a person who gives expert advice about food and nutrition The dietician recommended a balanced meal plan to improve my health. canned /kand/ [adjective] – preserved and sold in a metal container We bought canned beans for dinner because they are quick and easy to prepare. stew /stoo/ [noun] – a type of food consisting usually of meat or fish and vegetables cooked slowly…
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©AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa, File Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about protecting the ocean and its resources? Why is it important to save marine animals like dolphins or turtles? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share or for a particular purpose The teacher allocated five minutes for each group to present their ideas. mitigation /mit-i-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something less severe, serious, or painful Planting trees helps in the mitigation of air pollution. swap /swop/ [noun] – an exchange…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When is the best time to exercise, and why? What are some places or environments that would make exercising more enjoyable? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. overall /OH-ver-awl/ [adjective] – general; including everything or everyone The overall design of the new building received high praise. muscle /MUHS-uhl/ [noun] – tissue in the body that produces movement by contracting Regular exercise helps strengthen the muscles in your arms and legs. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more effective Vitamin D is essential to strengthen bones by improving calcium…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some health benefits or concerns that come with eating eggs? What dishes in your country use eggs as a main ingredient? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. peak /peek/ [noun] – the highest point or maximum value reached The stock market reached its peak in 2008 before the crash occurred. short-lived /SHAWRT-LAHYVD/ [adjective] – lasting for a very short period of time The vacation was short-lived, but it was a nice break from work. production /pruh-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making or creating something The factory’s production of…
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