Tag Archive: world news – intermediate
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2021年4月12日
©Evaristo Sa via CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think of the country Brazil? Where do you prefer checking news about COVID-19? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known or tell people about something officially They announced their marriage yesterday. release /ri-LEES/ [verb] – to allow something to be shown in public or to be available for use They will release the results of the exam today. former /FAWR-mer/ [adjective] – of or in an earlier time; before the present time or in the past I…
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2021年4月9日
©Lisa Marie David via Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What measures were implemented in your country to prevent the spread of coronavirus? How do you cope with the current pandemic? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. enhanced /en-HANST/ [adjective] – better than before The brand wants to create enhanced versions of their products. enforcement /en-FAWRS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of making people obey a law or rule, or making a particular situation happen or be accepted The citizens support the enforcement of the bill against racism. impede /im-PEED/ [verb] – to slow something down or…
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2021年4月7日
©Nelson Almeida Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the importance of forests in this world? How does being in nature make you feel? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rate /reyt/ [noun] – the speed at which something happens or changes, or the amount or number of times it happens or changes in a particular period The rate of his recovery is going great. worldwide /WURLD-wahyd/ [adverb] – existing or happening in all parts of the world They are currently topping the iTunes worldwide for three consecutive weeks. role /rohl/ [noun] – the position…
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2021年4月5日
©EPA via BBC News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Please describe the port of Yokohama. What items does Japan export to other countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visibility /viz-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – how clearly objects can be seen, or how far you can see clearly, usually because of the weather conditions The ship crashed due to poor visibility in the sea. rear /reer/ [adjective] – at the back of something He settled at the rear seats of the taxi. removal /ri-MOO-vuhl/ [noun] – the process of removing or getting rid of something, often something that…
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2021年3月31日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Who are the famous painters in your country? Have you ever bought an artwork? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. measure /MEZH-er/ [verb] – to be a particular size The floor area measures 70 square meters. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The incident affected his mental health. initially /ih-NISH-uh-lee/ [adverb] – at the beginning Initially, many people thought that the plan will not succeed. proceeds /PROW-seeds/ [noun] – the amount of money received from a…
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2021年3月29日
© BBC News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How often does it flood in your country? What natural disasters commonly strike your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. border /BAWR-der/ [verb] – to form a line around the edge of something The fields are bordered by sturdy fences. source /sawrs/ [noun] – the place or thing that something comes from or starts at, or the cause of something Where’s the source of that noise? tide /tahyd/ [noun] – the rise and fall of the sea that happens twice every day High tides are expected today…
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2021年3月24日
© CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite season and why? When is the start of the rainy season in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distracting /duh -STRAK-tuhng/ [adjective] – making it difficult for someone to give their attention to something The loud music is very distracting. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – possibly Measles is a potentially fatal disease. responsible /ri-SPON-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – to have control and authority over something or someone and the duty of taking care of it, him, or her We are all responsible for making this house…
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2021年3月19日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What should you do if there is an earthquake? Have you already experienced an earthquake? Tell me about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. earthquake /URTH-kweyk/ [noun] – a sudden violent movement of the earth’s surface, sometimes causing great damage In 1991, an earthquake destroyed much of Luzon. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The disease affects older people. violent /VAHY-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – sudden or powerful He yells a lot but I don’t think he’s…
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2021年3月17日
© Kyodo News Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Who are the famous Olympic athletes in your country? Are you excited about the 2021 Olympic games? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. spectator /SPEK-tey-ter/ [noun] – a person who watches an activity, especially a sports event, without taking part The spectators cheered loudly as the opening ceremony started. overseas /oh-ver-SEEZ/ [adjective] – in, from, or to other countries The overseas fans have been waiting for the concert. permit /per-MIT/ [verb] – to allow something Smoking is not permitted inside the building. venue /VEN-yoo/…
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2021年3月12日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is the Covid-19 vaccination program in your country? Where would you like to travel this year? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [verb] –to gradually become less, worse, or lower His interest in computers declined after he lost his job. leisure /lee-zher/ [noun] – the time when you are not working or doing other duties Some people only have a limited amount of leisure. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the act of controlling something or someone, or the power to do this You need to stay in control…
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