Tag Archive: science & technology – intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like butterflies? Why or why not? Have you heard about the decline in monarch butterfly populations? Why are their numbers going down? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dramatic /druh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – having a strong or great effect; striking or intense The play had a dramatic ending that surprised everyone. challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – a difficult task or situation that requires effort Climbing the mountain was a real challenge for the team. proposed /pruh-POHZD/ [adjective] – suggested for consideration or approval The proposed park in the neighborhood would provide…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why is the moon important for life on Earth? What are some interesting myths or stories you know about the Moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. capsule /KAP-suhl/ [noun] – a small, sealed container used to hold or transport something, especially in space travel. The astronaut placed the research samples in a secure capsule before returning to Earth. detailed /dih-TEYLD/ [adjective] – involving many careful details The detailed report included all the necessary data for the investigation. upgrade /UHP-greyd/ [noun] – an improvement in something The hotel is undergoing upgrades…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name some examples of large animals? Which aspects of early human life are you most interested in? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spread /spred/ [verb] – to move or extend over an area or range The wildfire quickly spread across the forest, threatening nearby homes. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving changes to atoms or molecules The chemicals used in the laboratory must be handled with care. strategy /STRAT-i-jee/ [noun] – a plan of action designed to…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a natural solar eclipse, and why does it occur? Why do scientists want to create an eclipse that lasts longer? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phenomena /fi-NOM-uh-nuh/ [noun] – facts or events that can be observed and studied, often unusual or interesting Strange phenomena like glowing lights were seen in the night sky. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual, special, or remarkable She showed extraordinary talent in playing the piano at a young age. alignment /uh-LAHYN-muhnt/ [noun] – the correct positioning or arrangement of things in a straight…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think it would be like to live on another planet? If you could name a new planet, what would you call it and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interior /in-TEER-ee-er/ [noun] – the inside part of something She entered the interior of the cave to explore its wonders. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the outer or top part or layer of something They walked on the surface of the moon during the mission. molten /MOHL-tn/ [adjective] – melted by heat The molten metal was poured into molds…
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©Louise Leakey via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about early humans and their way of life? What can scientists learn from ancient footprints? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. identify /ahy-DEN-tuh-fahy/ [verb] – to recognize someone or something and say who or what they are The teacher helped the students identify the main idea of the story. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of communicating with or reacting to someone or something The interaction between the teacher and students was very friendly. locomotion /loh-kuh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun ] – the ability to move…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about marine research? What can researchers learn by studying the anatomy of marine animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – a sample of something, especially an animal or plant used for study The scientist collected a specimen of the rare plant. dissection /dih-SEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of cutting something apart, usually for scientific study The students carefully performed a dissection on the frog. marking /MAHR-king/ [noun] – a visible sign, symbol, or feature on something The dog had a distinct marking on…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What crops are most important for food worldwide? What dishes in your country use potatoes as an ingredient? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. molecular /muh-LEK-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – relating to or consisting of molecules The molecular structure of water is composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. tackle /TAK-uhl/ [verb] – to try to deal with something or someone The government announced new plans to tackle unemployment in rural areas. aeroponic /AIR-uh-pon-ik/ [adjective] – relating to the process of growing plants without soil, using mist or air to deliver…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about SpaceX and its goals in space exploration? Why does SpaceX collaborate with NASA for its missions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/ [verb] – to organize and perform a particular activity SpaceX conducted a successful rocket test last month. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – an important job or duty, often involving travel or a specific goal The scientists completed their mission to explore the new island. immense /ih-MENS/ [adjective] – extremely large or great The mountains were covered in immense amount of snow after the…
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©REUTERS/Alessia Maccioni Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why are some animals harder to protect than others? How do animals in the wild protect themselves from predators? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deer /deer/ [noun] – a hoofed grazing or browsing animal, typically with branched antlers During the winter, deer often wander into suburban neighborhoods searching for food. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – to collect or bring together We need to gather enough evidence before presenting our case to the committee. oversee /oh-ver-SEE/ [verb] – to supervise or manage activities or people She oversees the entire production…
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