Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods make you feel full or satisfied after eating? Do you read food labels before buying food? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prescription /pri-SKRIP-shuhn/ [noun] – an official order from a doctor for medicine A prescription is required to buy certain drugs at a pharmacy. hormone /HAWR-mohn/ [noun] – a chemical in the body that controls growth or body functions Stress can change the level of hormone activity in the body. portion /PAWR-shuhn/ [noun] – a single amount of food served to…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of plants do you think are easy or difficult to grow indoors? Why? What problems do you think plants can have when they grow indoors? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. thyme /tahym/ [noun] – an herb used for flavor or medicine A small amount of thyme adds a strong smell to soup dishes. extension /ik-STEN-shuhn/ [noun] – an organized service that provides education or support University extension services provide guidance to residents on disaster preparedness. produce /pruh-DOOS/ [noun] – fresh fruit or vegetable The market sells local produce…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when thinking about taking care of a home? Which room at home feels the most important to keep clean or organized? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. maintenance /MEYN-tuh-nuhns/ [noun] – the act of keeping something in good condition Office maintenance is necessary to prevent equipment failure. inspection /in-SPEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a careful check to find problems or risks A safety inspection is required before opening a new factory. fixture /FIKS-cher/ [noun] – a piece of equipment fixed in one place Lighting fixtures are checked regularly…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do to relax in your free time? What kinds of stories or topics do you find interesting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pleasure /PLEZH-er/ [noun] – a feeling of happiness or enjoyment Many people find pleasure in walking along the beach after work. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something is developing A trend toward remote work has grown in many companies. motivation /moh-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the reason or energy that causes a person to act Clear goals can increase motivation at the…
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©(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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