Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the benefits of taking a short nap during the day? Do you think people should be allowed to nap at work? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – the companies and activities involved in producing goods and services Technology is an ever-changing industry with new inventions. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept, admit, or recognize something The teacher acknowledged the student’s effort by giving him a reward. fatigue /fuh-TEEG/ [noun] – extreme tiredness After working for ten hours, he felt great fatigue…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are some challenges of having a pet? Why do you think it’s important to learn about a pet’s needs before adopting one? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abandoned /uh-BAN-duhnd/ [adjective] – left behind or given up on The shelter takes in abandoned cats that were left on the streets. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who does something, especially helping other people, willingly and without being forced or paid to do it Many volunteers joined the beach cleanup to protect marine life. adoption /uh-DOP-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite way to cook vegetables? Why do you think some people don’t like vegetables? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nutrient /NOO-tree-uhnt/ [noun] – any substances in food that are necessary for growth, health, and energy The nutrients in fruits help boost the immune system and keep the body strong. absorb /ab-SAWRB/ [verb] – to take in or soak up a substance, often into a liquid, gas, or solid Plants absorb sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis. antioxidant /an-tee-OK-si-duhnt/ [noun] – a substance that helps protect cells from…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes a meal healthy? If you could change one thing about the meals served at schools or workplaces, what would it be? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration The teacher shared her proposal to start a new reading program. prevalence /PREV-uh-luhns/ [noun] – the fact of being common or widespread The prevalence of smartphones has changed how people communicate daily. feasibility /fee-zuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the possibility of something…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do when you want to feel more focused or less stressed? What are some ways people can take care of their bodies and minds at the same time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meditation /med-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the practice of focusing the mind on a specific thought, activity, or object for relaxation or clarity The doctor suggested meditation to help reduce her stress from work. ideal /ahy-DEE-uhl/ [adjective] – perfect or most suitable for a specific purpose or situation The small classroom is ideal for one-on-one…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could invent a new treatment for a health issue, what kind of problem would you focus on solving? What do you think doctors should consider when deciding if a treatment is right for someone? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hypertension /hahy-per-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is consistently higher than normal The doctor explained that hypertension could lead to severe complications if left untreated. stroke /strohk/ [noun] – a sudden change in the blood supply to a part of the…
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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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