Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

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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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard about programs that provide free or reduced-price school meals? If so, what do you know about how these programs work? If not, why do you think these programs are important? What is your opinion about cashless payment systems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ease /eez/ [verb] – to make something less difficult or more comfortable The teacher tried to ease the students’ nerves before the big test. financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or finance The company is facing financial problems due to poor sales. industry…
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©REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do people prepare for a marathon? What are some of the benefits of running or participating in marathons? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. barrier /BAR-ee-er/ [noun] – an obstacle or limit that prevents movement or progress. He broke down the barriers that were stopping him from succeeding. messenger /MES-uhn-jer/ [noun] – someone who takes a message or documents from one person to another She became a messenger for the group, spreading news across the city. victory /VIK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – an occasion when you win a game, competition,…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some reasons people use cookbooks? What types of recipes do you think are found in cookbooks? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. well-known /WEL-NOHN/ [adjective] – widely known or recognized Many people admire the well-known artist for her beautiful paintings. design /dih-ZAHYN/ [verb] – to create or plan something The student will design a new logo for the school event. simplify /SIM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something easier to understand or do The teacher will simplify the instructions to help everyone follow them. distinctive /dih-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – having a…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever eaten eel? What dishes do you think include eel as an ingredient? What environmental conditions do you think are necessary for successful eel farming? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fisherman /FISH-er-muhn/ [noun] – a person who catches fish for a living or as a hobby The fisherman woke up early to catch fresh fish for his family. income /IN-kuhm/ [noun] – money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments Her income allows her to buy new clothes and save for vacations. popularity /pop-yuh-LAR-i-tee/…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What causes food prices to rise? Have you noticed any specific foods that have become more expensive recently? How do you feel when you see higher prices at the store? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAYN/ [noun] – when something becomes less in amount, importance, quality, or strength There was a decline in the number of students this year. sales /seylz/ [noun] – the number of products or services sold by a company The company saw a huge increase in sales after the new promotion. grocery /GROH-suh-ree/ [adjective] –…
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