Tag Archive: World News – Intermediate

©AP Photo/Jennifer McDermott Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Has watching international sports ever increased respect for another country? If so, how? If not, why not? Has collecting items ever helped start conversations with strangers? If so, how? If not, why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. admiration /ad-muh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – respect and approval The coach showed admiration for the injured athlete. tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief or custom that continues for a long time Pin trading is an Olympic tradition. exchange /iks-CHEYNJ/ [noun] – the act of giving something and receiving something The exchange…
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©AP Photo/Jennifer McDermott Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched the Winter Olympics? If so, which sport did you enjoy the most? If not, would you like to watch it in the future? Have you ever stayed in a place away from home for school or sports? If so, where did you stay and how was the experience? If not, would you like to try it someday? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. facility /fuh-SIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a place with equipment or services for a particular purpose The village has a modern training facility…
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©(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is more important, safety or privacy? Why? How do you imagine roads will look in the future with new technology? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. detect /dih-TEKT/ [verb] – to discover or notice something that is not easy to see Sensors detect smoke early to prevent fires. algorithm /AL-guh-rith-uhm/ [noun] – a set of steps used by a computer to solve a problem The app uses an algorithm to show popular videos. violation /vahy-uh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – an action that breaks a…
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©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is easy about working in a team of only two people? What do you do when you and another person have different opinions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – very strong or high in degree The debate became intense as the deadline approached. tension /TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of stress or disagreement There was tension in the office after the sudden policy change. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time or without stopping Constant noise from traffic made…
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©(AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some of the most popular dog breeds in your country? Do you think a dog’s behavior depends more on its breed or how its owner treats it? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. arena /uh-REE-nuh/ [noun] – a level area surrounded by seats for spectators, used for sports or entertainment Thousands of fans arrived at the basketball arena to watch the championship game. participant /pahr-TIS-uh-puhnt/ [noun] – a person or animal that takes part in an event or activity The teacher asked each participant in…
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©AP Photo/Javier Torres Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have wildfires occurred in Chile before? Where have they happened? What weather conditions cause fires to spread faster? How do these conditions affect safety? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. support /suh-PAWRT/ [noun] – help given to someone or something Government support arrived after the declaration. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the power to manage a situation Fire control became difficult during strong winds. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry Residents shared concern about slow aid. restriction /rih-STRIK-shuhn/ [noun] – a rule that limits activity A travel…
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©(Ahdi Agus Oktaviana/Maxime Aubert via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Where do people usually draw or paint today? If you lived a long time ago, what would you like to draw? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outline /OUT-lahyn/ [noun] – a line that shows the shape of an object The teacher drew an outline of a map on the board. edge /ej/ [noun] – the outer line or side of something The glass has a sharp edge on one side. creativity /kree-ey-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability to make new ideas or art The child…
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©AP Photo/Mark Baker, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals live in very cold environments? Why is food timing important for young animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. method /METH-uhd/ [noun ] – a particular way of doing something The study used a clear method to collect data. response /ri-SPONS/ [noun] – a reaction to something that happens The birds showed a response to warmer weather. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – stress or difficulty caused by demands or problems Food shortages create pressure on penguin colonies. connection /kuh-NEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a relationship between things Scientists…
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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems can affect tourist transportation? How can these problems be reduced? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – severe or important The crash was a serious safety issue. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry The accident caused concern among tourists. review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – an examination of something. Officials ordered a review of rail safety. steady /STED-ee/ [adjective] – regular and consistent Tourism showed steady growth. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – an interruption of normal activity Protests caused service disruption. Article Reading: Please read the whole…
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©(AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you usually choose an online shop you trust? What makes a website look “real” or “safe” to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scam /skam/ [noun] – a trick to take someone’s money or personal information The police warned people about a phone scam asking for bank details. craftwork /KRAFT-wurk/ [noun] – handmade art or objects made with skill The shop sells craftwork made by local artists. legitimate /li-JIT-uh-mit/ [adjective] – real and legal The company is a legitimate business with a real office….
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