Tag Archive: world news – intermediate

©REUTERS/Napat Wesshasartar Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What images or ideas come to mind when you hear the words “farming” or “agriculture”? How do you think farming relates to the arts? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diverse /dih-VURS/ [adjective] – varied or different The restaurant offered a diverse menu, featuring dishes from various cuisines around the world. agriculture /AG-ri-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the practice or work of farming Sustainable agriculture aims to balance food production with environmental stewardship. appeal /uh-PEEL/ [noun] – power to attract, please, or stimulate the mind of someone The novel’s universal themes…
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©Brent Paterson/via REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might happen to a community or area if it experiences a flood? How do you think residents in a flood-prone region prepare for and cope with the challenges of floods? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chaos /KEY-os/ [noun] – a state of total confusion with no order The surprise party threw the room into chaos as guests shouted and balloons flew in every direction. consequence /KON-si-kwens/ [noun] – a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term “social media”? Can you think of any examples or ways people might use it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. establish /ih-STAB-lish/ [verb] – to start something that will last for a long time, or to create or set something in a particular way The company plans to establish a new policy to promote eco-friendly practices in the workplace. consideration /kuhn-sid-uh-REY-shuhn / [noun] – the act of thinking about something carefully Before making a decision, it’s important to take various considerations into…
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©Matthias Huss/GLAMOS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you already know or think about ‘glaciers’? Have you already experienced the effects of climate change? In what way? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rapid /RAP-id/ [adjective] – fast or sudden She made a rapid decision to accept the job offer without much deliberation. link /lingk/ [verb] – to make a connection between two or more people, things, or ideas The professor linked various concepts to illustrate the broader theory. vanish /VAN-ish/ [verb] – to disappear or stop being present or existing, especially in a sudden,…
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©REUTERS/Tingshu Wang Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What problems do you think people face when it comes to finding homes or places to live? What factors do you consider before choosing a place to live or deciding on a house to move into? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. struggle /STRUHG-uhl / [verb] – to experience difficulty and make a very great effort in order to do something She struggled to meet her deadlines amidst a heavy workload at the office. debt /det/ [noun] – something, especially money, that is owed to someone else, or the…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What environmental issues are you aware of that contribute to climate change? What strategies or methods is your country employing to reduce environmental problems? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad Smoking can cause health problems like lung disease. tons /tuhnz/ [noun] – a unit of weight equal to 1,000 kilograms The cargo ship transported 5 metric tons of wheat to the port. proposal /pruh-poh-zuhl / [noun] – a suggestion, sometimes a written one The proposal was well-received by the committee….
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about Dubai? If you were to live in Dubai, what challenges do you think you might experience, considering its unique cultural and economic landscape? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. client /KLAHY-uhnt/ [noun] – a customer or someone who receives services The business prioritizes delivering exceptional products and services to every client, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to During the presentation, the speaker tried to emphasize the significance of sustainable…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you understand about the concept of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in a country’s power sector? What countries can you identify that have made recent notable announcements regarding substantial investments in environmental initiatives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. carbon dioxide /KAHR-buhn dahy-OK-sahyd/ [noun] – the gas formed when carbon is burned, or when people or animals breathe out Carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere have been steadily increasing due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels. release /ri-LEES/ [noun] – the act of making something public or available…
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©Justin Women’s Red Mckean 7″ Lace-Up Roper Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever worn or seen someone wear roper boots? If so, what do you know about their design and purpose? Can you name any famous brands or iconic individuals associated with roper boots? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genuine /JEN-yoo-in/ [adjective] – truly what something is said to be; authentic The antique shop sold genuine vintage items, including a 100-year-old pocket watch. classic /KLAS-ic/ [adjective] – having a high quality or standard against which other things are judged Sarah wore a classic…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think “artificial intelligence” means? How do you think artificial intelligence might be relevant to our daily lives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasis /EM-fuh-sis/ [noun] – the particular importance or attention that is given to something The teacher put special emphasis on practicing math problems to improve understanding. creation /kree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of creating something, or the thing that is created The artist’s latest project involved the creation of colorful paintings inspired by nature. consideration /kuhn-sid-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking about something carefully…
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