Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle

Extreme heat endangers health and safety

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you noticed changes in the weather patterns over the past few years? Do those changes you mentioned affect your daily life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the measured amount of heat in a place or in the body The temperature outside today is expected to reach 30 degrees Celsius. elderly /EL-der-lee/ [adjective] – old people considered as a group The elderly often need extra care during heatwaves to avoid health risks. diabetes /dahy-uh-BEE-tis/ [noun] – a disease in which the body cannot control…
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Extreme heat endangers health and safety

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What changes have you noticed in the weather patterns over the past few years? How do those changes you mentioned affect your daily life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dizziness /DI-zee-nuhs/ [noun] – a temporary feeling that your sense of balance is not good and that you may fall down She felt a sudden wave of dizziness and had to sit down to steady herself. thirst /thurst/ [noun] – a need for something to drink After spending hours in the scorching sun, she experienced a strong thirst and eagerly reached…
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Extreme heat endangers health and safety

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fatality /fey-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a death caused by an accident or by violence, or someone who has died in either of these ways The traffic accident resulted in several fatalities. elevated /EL-uh-vey-tid/ [adjective] – higher or increased in level, degree, or intensity Elevated temperatures during summer can lead to increased risks of heat-related illnesses. acclimatize /uh-KLAHY-muh-tahyz/ [verb] – to become accustomed to a new climate or environment It takes time for athletes to acclimatize to high-altitude conditions before competing in mountainous regions. heightened /HAI-tnd/ [adjective] – increased or intensified The recent spike in crime has led…
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Outbreak investigation underway at Havasupai Reservation as tourists report illnesses; officials respond

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. veterinarian /vet-uh-ri-NAIR-ee-uhn/ [noun] – a person with a medical degree trained to take care of the health of animals My dog was sick, so we took him to the veterinarian. hygiene /HAHY-jeen/ [noun] – the degree to which people keep themselves or their environment clean, especially to prevent disease Good hygiene is important for staying healthy. gastrointestinal /gas-troh-in-TES-tuh-nuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the stomach and intestines She had gastrointestinal problems after eating the bad food. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage; to cause…
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Outbreak investigation underway at Havasupai Reservation as tourists report illnesses; officials respond

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the word “hiking”? Can you name any popular hiking destinations? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. stunning /STUHN-ing/ [adjective] – extremely beautiful or attractive The sunset over the ocean was absolutely stunning, with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and purple painting the sky. seriously /SEER-ee-uhs-lee/ [adverb] – badly or severely A badly cooked dish can make you seriously ill. cautious /KAW-shuhs/ [adjective] – careful to avoid potential problems or dangers They were cautious when approaching the wild animal, keeping a safe distance. crucial /KROO-shuhl/…
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Outbreak investigation underway at Havasupai Reservation as tourists report illnesses; officials respond

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you already gone hiking? What is the most famous hiking destination you know of? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 filter /FIL-ter / [noun] – a device used to remove unwanted substances from a liquid or gas The water filter removes bacteria from the drinking water. disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – an illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health rather than by an accident The new vaccine has shown promise in preventing the spread of the disease. helicopter /HEL-i-kop-ter/ [noun] – an…
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Coca-Cola aims to attract young consumers with its new raspberry-infused Coca-Cola Spiced

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©AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. counterpart /KOUN-ter-pahrt/ [noun] – a version of the same product that has a significant feature altered or modified The electric car model released this year comes with enhanced battery life alongside its diesel counterpart, which remains popular for long-distance travel. overwhelmingly /ow-vuh-WEL-muhng-lee/ [adverb] – strongly or completely; in an overwhelming way The performance was overwhelmingly positive, leaving the audience in awe of the actors’ talents. predominantly /pruh-DO-muh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The landscape is predominantly forested, with vast stretches of green as far as the eye can see. subtle /suht-l/ [adjective] –…
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