Tag Archive: Science & Technology – Intermediate

©(Ahmed Boug/Communications Earth and Environment via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When you hear about animals from the past, what kinds of places do you imagine they lived in? Why do you think people are interested in learning about animals that lived hundreds of years ago? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remain /ri-MEYN/ [noun] – what is left of something after it has ended or been destroyed Scientists studied the remains of an ancient tool found near the river. preserve /pri-ZURV/ [verb] – to keep something in its original condition The museum works hard…
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©(NASA via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is difficult about living in space? What kind of support do you think astronauts need in space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of moving people away from a dangerous place The storm warning led to the evacuation of homes near the coast. timeline /TAHYM-lahyn/ [noun] – a planned schedule of events The project timeline changed after new rules were announced. reentry /ree-EN-tree/ [noun] – the act of returning to a place The athlete planned a reentry into…
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©(AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel when technology helps you with work or study tasks? In your opinion, what is a good way to use technology without depending on it too much? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. adoption /uh-DOP-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of starting to use something new The adoption of online registration reduced long lines at the office. misuse /mis-YOOZ/ [noun] – the incorrect or harmful use of something The misuse of company data may lead to disciplinary action. integrity /in-TEG-ri-tee/ [noun] – honesty and strong…
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©(AP Photo/John Locher) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What technology do you use at home every day? How does technology help you in your daily life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. privacy /PRAHY-vuh-see/ [noun] – the state of being free from unwanted attention or information sharing The company updated its policy to improve customer privacy. wasteful /WEYST-fuhl/ [adjective] – using more resources than necessary The report described the old lighting system as wasteful. reliability /ri-lahy-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to work correctly and consistently The safety test focused on the reliability of the new train…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kinds of things do dogs usually learn from people? Do you think animals can understand words, or only actions? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. command /kuh-MAND/ [noun] – an instruction that tells someone or something what to do The teacher gave a clear command before the students began the test. overcome /oh-ver-KUHM/ [verb] – to successfully deal with a problem or difficulty The athlete trained hard to overcome a serious injury. occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – to happen Power cuts often occur during strong storms. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] –…
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©Blue Origin via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What space events do people usually notice each year? Why do these events attract attention? Have planets lining up been reported before? Where were they seen? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – far away in space or location Astronomers studied a distant object beyond the planets. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or usual Interstellar objects are rare discoveries. noticeable /NOH-ti-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to see or recognize The alignment was noticeable after sunset. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – developing in a calm and…
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©(Blue Origin via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about traveling to space? If you could float without gravity for a short time, what would you like to do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spaceflight /SPEYS-flahyt/ [noun] – a journey into outer space The country planned a spaceflight to test new technology. suborbital /suhb-AWR-bi-tl/ [adjective] – related to a flight that goes into space but does not go around Earth The company tested a suborbital flight for research purposes. boundary /BOUN-duh-ree/ [noun] – a line that shows where…
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©AP Photo/Abbie Parr Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is AI used in everyday technology today? Where has AI already become common? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. organized /AWR-guh-nized/ [adjective] – planned in a careful way The company followed an organized launch plan. flexible /FLEK-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to change easily Flexible devices support different user needs. priority /pry-OR-i-tee/ [noun] – something most important Safety is a priority at airports. practical /PRAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – useful in real situations Practical solutions save time and money. direction /duh-REK-shuhn/ [noun] – way something is developing The project changed…
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©(AP Photo/Mark Baker) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. When you hear the word “Antarctica,” what images or feelings come to mind? How do you think animals survive in places with very cold weather? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rapid /RAP-id/ [adjective] – happening very quickly The city experienced rapid population growth after new factories opened. glacier /GLEY-sher/ [noun] – a large, slow-moving mass of ice The glacier moved slowly down the mountain over many years. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – a strong effect or influence The new law had a major impact on public transportation. reduction…
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©AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What science projects have been discussed in your school or community? How did people learn about their importance? What development plans have caused concern in your area? What were the main reasons for the concern? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interrupt /in-ter-UHPT/ [verb] – to stop something for a short time Noise from the street can interrupt a lesson. weaken /WEE-kuhn/ [verb] – to make something less strong Heavy rain can weaken the signal of a radio. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something smaller or…
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