Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you tried using supplements to help you sleep? How was the experience? Do you think these supplements are safe? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aid /eyd/ [noun] – help or support The government increased financial aid for small businesses during the economic downturn. disorder /dis-AWR-der/ [noun] – an illness of the mind or body The psychologist diagnosed her with an anxiety disorder based on her symptoms and behavior. excessive /ik-SES-iv/ [adjective] – too much The company faced criticism for its excessive use of packaging, which…
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©U.S. FDA Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which do you like more, sweet beverages or water? Why? What are some of your favorite sweet beverages? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substance /SUHB-stuhns / [noun] – material with particular physical characteristics Water is a substance that is transparent and flows easily. review /ri-VYOO/ [verb] – to think or talk about something again, in order to make changes to it or to make a decision about it I need to review my essay before submitting it to my teacher to make sure there are no mistakes. potential…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know someone who drinks alcoholic beverages? What are your main worries about their health? How do you think people can control their drinking habits? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reinforce /ree-in-FAWRS/ [verb] – If something reinforces an idea or opinion, it provides more proof or support for it and makes it seem true The positive feedback from her supervisor served to reinforce her confidence in her abilities. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of using, eating, or drinking something The government implemented policies to regulate the consumption of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is obesity? How does obesity affect a person? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation The research findings provided new insights into the causes and effects of the phenomenon. excess /EK-ses/ [adjective] – more than is needed, expected, or acceptable The company had to dispose of excess inventory due to low demand in the market. exhibit /ig-ZIB-it / [verb] – to show something, esp. a quality, by your behavior The athletes exhibited exceptional skill…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever traveled by airplane before? If so, what was your experience like? If not, what are your expectations or curiosities about flying on a plane? What do you think is the most significant innovation in the field of air travel? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feature /FEE-cher/ [noun] – a typical quality or an important part of something The latest smartphone model has a new feature that allows users to take high-quality photos in low-light environments. adapt / uh-DAPT/ [verb] – to change, or to change something, to…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular methods or procedures used for beauty enhancement in your country? Would you choose to undergo beauty enhancement? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – an official organization, often created by the government, which is responsible for managing a particular duty or service The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) revoked the operating license of a factory found guilty of severe pollution violations. exploiting /ik-SPLOI-ting/ [gerund] – the concept or action of using someone or something unfairly for personal gain or advantage. Exploiting…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know anyone who became a father at an advanced age? How did they navigate the challenges and benefits of parenthood? Have you encountered any media portrayals or representations of older fathers in movies, TV shows, or literature? How were their stories depicted, and what messages did they convey? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aware /uh-WAIR/ [adjective] – knowing that something exists, or having knowledge or experience of a particular thing I became aware of the beautiful sunset as the colorful hues painted the sky. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [noun] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with dementia? What do you know about it? Do you eat a balanced diet? Which food group do you think you need to eat more of? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee / [adverb] – possibly The medicine has potentially harmful side effects, so it should be used with caution. modest /MOD-ist / [adjective] – not large in size or amount The restaurant served a modest portion of food, but it was delicious and satisfying. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt / [adjective] – important or noticeable The heavy…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are foodborne illnesses? What measures do you take to ensure food safety? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to be part of the reason why something happened The driver’s negligence and overspeeding contributed to the car accident. policy /POL-uh-see/ [noun] – a set of ideas or a plan of what to do in particular situations that has been agreed to officially by a group of people, a business organization, a government, or a political party Our refund policy allows customers to return or exchange items within…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you rely on an alarm clock to wake up in the morning, or do you typically wake up naturally? How do you establish your wake-up routine? Do you consistently wake up later or earlier than your alarm? If so, why do you think that is? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disrupted /duh-SRUHP-tuhd/ [adjective] – something that is interrupted, disturbed, or thrown into disorder The disrupted schedule caused a lot of confusion among the students. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt / [adjective] – important or noticeable Winning the championship was a significant achievement…
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