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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If given the opportunity, would you like to go to the moon? Why or why not? Do you think humans are soon to reach the level of technology necessary to make living on the moon possible? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the outer or top part or layer of something The scientist used a microscope to study the surface of the cell and its intricate structures. acquire /uh-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to get or obtain something The language learner was able to acquire fluency through immersion in…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What dog breeds do you like? What is his story? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. statue /STACH-oo/ [noun] – a three-dimensional work of art, as a representational or abstract form, carved in stone or wood, molded in a plastic material, cast in bronze, or the like. The king’s statue was again set up in Guildhall, London, and the state arms were taken down. northern /NAWR-thern/ [adjective] – lying toward or situated in the north. Last week, we covered a home being built in northern Italy. interest /IN-ter-ist/ [noun] – the…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some popular dishes served at Chinese restaurants? How important is the ambiance of a restaurant to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impress /im-PRES/ [verb] – to cause someone to admire or respect you During her presentation, the new student impressed her classmates with her knowledge and confident delivery. culinary /KYOO-luh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – connected with cooking or kitchens The culinary arts program at the local college is highly regarded and attracts aspiring chefs from all over the world. feature /FEE-cher/ [noun] – a typical quality or an important…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you eat okonomiyaki? What food is popular in your country? Please describe it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the act or fact of surviving, especially under adverse or unusual circumstances. The survival rate for younger cancer patients has improved dramatically. atomic /uh-TOM-ik/ [adjective] – of, pertaining to, resulting from, or using atoms, atomic energy, or atomic bombs: an atomic explosion. Here is an atomic power plant. healing /HEE-ling/ [noun] – the process in which a bad situation or painful emotion ends or improves…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever visited Japan during a public holiday? Which holiday was it, and what was your experience like? Which public holiday in Japan do you think is the most important? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief, principle, or way of acting that people in a particular society or group have continued to follow for a long time, or all of these beliefs, etc. in a particular society or group We have a tradition of baking gingerbread cookies together every holiday season. current /KUR-uhnt/…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite holiday? Have you already written a thank you letter? If so, could you tell me about it? If not, to whom would you like to write a letter? Why? 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 Were you aware that something was wrong? originally /uh-RIJ-uh-nl-ee/ [adverb] – first of all The idea originally emanated from his brother. harvest /HAHR-vist / [noun] – the time of year when crops are cut and…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How effective are travel restrictions? Which country would you like to visit? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. domestic /duh-MES-tik/ [adjective] – relating to a person’s own country Domestic fuel bills are set to rise again in the autumn. scheme /skeem/ [noun] – an organized plan for doing something, especially something dishonest or illegal that will bring a good result for you They hope to get government funding for the scheme. amusement park /uh-MYOOZ-muhnt pahrk/ [noun] – a theme park The amusement park is open from May through October. strengthen…
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© PR Times via Live Japan Pre-reading questions I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often do you eat sweets? What dessert is popular in your country? Please describe it. Vocabulary I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eager /EE-ger/ [adjective] – wanting very much to do or have something, especially something interesting or enjoyable The students in the class seem eager to learn. property /PROP-er-tee/ [noun] – a quality in a substance or material, especially one that means that it can be used in a particular way The medicinal properties of these herbs are still unknown. packaging /PAK-uh-jing/ [noun] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like tea? Why? Do you like gardening? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reputation /rep-yuh-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the general opinion that people have about someone or something His work in Congress earned him a reputation for being dependable and hardworking. harvest /HAHR-vist / [verb] – to pick and collect crops, or to collect plants, animals, or fish to eat Winter wheat is harvested in the early summer in the United States. gardening /GAHRD-ning/ [noun] – the job or activity of working in a garden, growing and taking care…
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