Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

©GETTY IMAGES Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What knowledge or information do you have about ‘cancer’? Can you mention any risk factors or common causes associated with cancer that you’re aware of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – an event to celebrate or introduce something new The company will launch its innovative product next month at the trade show. worldwide /wurld-WAHYD/ [adjective] – existing or happening in all parts of the world The company’s product launch received widespread attention and was marketed and distributed worldwide, reaching consumers in over 100 countries. overcome…
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©Arun Thakur / AFP – Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are the most significant impacts or consequences of air pollution on the environment and human health? Can you describe some sources or factors contributing to air pollution that you are aware of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crisis /KRAHY-sis / [noun] – an extremely difficult or dangerous point in a situation The pandemic created a crisis, disrupting normal life worldwide. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term “morning exercise”? How do you think it differs from exercising at other times of the day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to During the presentation, the speaker used bold visuals and repeated key points to emphasize the importance of environmental conservation. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or make something clear The science experiment aimed to demonstrate how various factors affect plant growth, making the process…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What health benefits or drawbacks related to salt do you currently know or believe in? Do you manage or monitor your salt intake? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of a new treatment for a rare disease is a significant breakthrough in medical research. symptom /SIMP-tuhm/ [noun] – any feeling of illness or physical or mental change that is caused by a particular disease Persistent coughing is a symptom of various respiratory conditions, including bronchitis. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective]…
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©Provided by Forbes Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What knowledge or information do you have about tuberculosis (often abbreviated as TB)? How do you think tuberculosis is transmitted, and what are some common misconceptions about the disease? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. shift /shift/ [noun] – a significant change or adjustment in a particular direction Her promotion to a leadership role marked a significant shift in her career trajectory. reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to make known or disclose information During the press conference, the CEO will reveal the company’s plans for expansion into new markets….
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©HealthCastle.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular citrus fruits that are commonly used to flavor beverages? Can you name any well-known citrus-flavored beverages that you’ve tried or heard of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ban /ban/ [noun] – an official order that prevents something from happening The government issued a ban on smoking in public places to protect people from secondhand smoke. prohibit /proh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to officially refuse to allow something The school prohibits students from using their phones during class to maintain a focused learning environment. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you already know about cigars and cigarettes, and how would you differentiate between the two? Can you recall any specific details about the health risks associated with smoking cigars or cigarettes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The significant increase in renewable energy production marked a pivotal milestone in the country’s efforts to combat climate change. prohibit /proh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to officially refuse to allow something The school board decided to prohibit the use of cell phones during class hours to enhance…
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©Science Photo Library RF/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is dementia? What do you understand about the terms ‘acid reflux’ or ‘heartburn’? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. risk /risk/ [noun] – the possibility of something bad happening The decision to climb the mountain involved a significant element of risk due to the challenging conditions. potential /puh-TEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – possible when the necessary conditions exist The technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we communicate. significantly /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is easy to see or by a large amount The…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about red meat and its place in the diet? In your opinion, what are some of the potential benefits and drawbacks of including red meat in one’s diet? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – covering a large area; having a great range The extensive library housed books on a wide range of topics, from history to science fiction. reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to make known or show something that is surprising or that was previously secret The detective was hesitant…
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©CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is ‘leprosy’? What diseases or illnesses tend to have localized outbreaks in specific regions of your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. absence /AB-suhns/ [noun] – the lack or nonexistence of common risk factors The absence of any warning signs led to the unexpected outcome of the experiment. nerve /nurv/ [noun] – a group of long, thin fibres (= structures like threads) that carry information or instructions between the brain and other parts of the body Damage to the nerve can lead to numbness and tingling in the…
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