Tag Archive: science & technology – intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think glaciers form over time? What factors might cause glaciers to grow or shrink? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to make something known or show something that was hidden The scientist revealed the results of the experiment to the public. analyze /AN-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to study something carefully to understand its details The students analyzed the map to find the best route. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – a continuous decrease in number, amount, or quality The decline in rainfall caused problems for farmers. emphasize…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about asteroids? What would you do if you heard that an asteroid might hit Earth? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry or nervousness about something The teacher expressed concern about the students’ safety during the trip. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of creating or developing something The Grand Canyon holds evidence of the Earth’s formation, revealing layers of rock that date back millions of years. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate, analyze, or determine the nature, importance, or…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think humans first learned to talk? What do you think life would be like if people couldn’t speak? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a thing that influences or causes a result Climate change is caused by many factors, such as pollution and deforestation. variant /VAIR-ee-uhnt/ [noun] – a different form or version of something The new variant of the software has improved security features. version /VUR-zhuhn/ [noun] – a particular form or edition of something The latest version of the smartphone includes a…
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©(AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could take care of a baby sea animal, which one would you choose? Why? How do you think animals communicate with each other? Can you think of any examples? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make sure that something happens or is done correctly The teacher checked all the students’ papers to ensure there were no mistakes. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the top layer of something The frog jumped to the surface of the pond to get some air. welcome /WEL-kuhm/…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are the benefits of using natural energy sources like the sun, wind, or heat from the Earth? Why do you think some countries are trying to stop using fossil fuels? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or amount but not exactly The train will arrive in approximately five minutes. intensify /in-TEN-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to become stronger or more serious, or to make something stronger The rain began to intensify in the afternoon. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [verb] – to change…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes a boiled egg taste good? What do you think is more important in cooking—speed or quality? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yolk /yohk/ [noun] – the yellow part of an egg that contains nutrients The baker carefully separated the yolk from the white to make a fluffy meringue. undercooked /uhn-dr-KUKT/ [adjective] – not cooked enough or not fully cooked The chef sent the steak back to the grill because it was undercooked and still raw in the middle. unevenly /uh-NEE-vuhn-lee/ [adverb] – in an…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could track an animal’s movements, which one would you choose and why? What are some ways humans can help animals that are endangered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. phase /feyz/ [noun] – a stage or period in a process of change or development The construction project is now in its final phase, and the building will be completed soon. current /KUR-uhnt/ [noun] – a movement of water, air, or electricity in a particular direction Strong ocean currents made it difficult for the fishermen to return to shore. conservation…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever visited a museum with animal specimens? If so, what did you find interesting? If not, would you like to visit one? Do you think snakes are important for science? If yes, why? If not, what animals do you think are more important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transfer /trans-FUR/ [noun] – the process of moving something from one place to another The transfer of the books took all day. primarily /prahy-MAIR-uh-lee/ [adverb] – mainly This book is primarily written for beginners. acquisition /ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine an asteroid looks like up close? Do you believe we will find signs of life on other planets one day? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. origin /AWR-i-jin/ [noun] – the beginning or source of something Scientists are studying the origin of ancient civilizations to understand how they developed. discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the act of finding or learning something for the first time The discovery of a new species of fish in the deep ocean excited marine biologists. aspect /AS-pekt/ [noun] –…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could help protect an animal species, which one would you choose and why? What challenges do you think wild animals face when their habitats get smaller? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. variation /vair-ee-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – a difference or change in the characteristics of something The chef experimented with a new variation of the traditional pasta recipe. shrink /shringk/ [verb] – to become smaller in size, amount, or number The company had to cut costs as its profits began to shrink rapidly. biodiversity /bahy-oh-di-VUR-si-tee/ [noun] – the variety of…
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