Tag Archive: world news – intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you name some different types of airplanes and helicopters you know about? How do you think scientists and engineers make sure airplanes are safe for people to fly in? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or onto a ship, aircraft, bus, or train Three scientists were aboard the research vessel, ready to explore the depths of the ocean. determine /dih-TUR-min/ [verb] – to discover the facts or truth about something It is the responsibility of the court to determine whether these men are innocent. notable…
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©Bayerisches Landesamt für Denkmalpflege Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about archaeologists and their work? What specific archaeological discoveries or ancient sites have you read or heard about recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. skeleton /SKEL-i-tn/ [noun] – the frame of bones supporting a human or animal body The archaeologists carefully excavated the ancient skeleton to study its structure. detailed /dih-TEYLD/ [adjective] – giving a lot of information with many details The report provided a detailed analysis of market trends. era /EER-uh/ [noun] – a period of time of…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is a wildfire? Which additional countries do you believe also face wildfires? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. community /kuh-MYOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – the people living in one particular area or people who are considered as a unit because of their common interests, social group, or nationality The local community came together to support one another during the aftermath of the devastating wildfire. authority /uh-THAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – the moral or legal right or ability to control The city’s transportation authority announced plans to improve public transit infrastructure. assist…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What thoughts or associations do you have when it comes to different types of cheese? In what ways or on what occasions do you typically consume cheese? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. victory /VIK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – an occasion when you win a game, competition, election, war, etc. or the fact that you have won Her victory in the marathon was a testament to her months of rigorous training. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to During the presentation, the speaker emphasized…
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©dailyrecord Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some different types of bears that can be found in your country? Which animals are considered endangered in your country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd / [adjective] – animals or plants that may soon not exist because there are very few now alive Conservation efforts are focused on protecting the habitat of endangered species. theory /THEE-uh-ree/ [noun] – a formal statement of the rules on which a subject of study is based or of ideas that are suggested to explain a fact or event or,…
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©Jeffrey Collins/AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think of Guinness World Records? What specific record caught your attention? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – covering a large area; having a great range The scientist conducted an extensive study to analyze the impact of climate change on the extensive coastal regions. concentration /kon-suhn-TREY-shuhn/ [noun] – refers to the relative amount of a substance within a mixture, solution, or compound The concentration of sugar in this syrup is quite high, making it ideal for sweetening desserts. trial /TRAHY-uhl/…
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©Christian-McCall Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you describe jellyfish and their distinctive features? Are you interested in seeing fossils of ancient marine creatures? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. species /SPEE-sheez/ [noun] – a set of animals or plants in which the members have similar characteristics to each other and can breed with each other Conservation efforts are focused on protecting endangered species from extinction. evolution /ev-uh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the way in which living things change and develop over millions of years The Galápagos Islands played a significant role in…
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©KCCUK Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think the role of music in movies is? How can music contribute to the overall storytelling of a film? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. composer /kuhm-POH-zer / [noun] – a person who writes music The composer worked tirelessly to create a beautiful symphony that would touch the hearts of many. sensation /sen-SEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a widespread and intense surge of popularity or excitement Her unexpected performance at the talent show became a sensation, leaving the audience in awe. soundtrack /SOUND-trak/ [noun] – the sounds, especially the…
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©CNN Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you seen a whale in person? Describe your experience. What are some of the threats that marine wildlife faces in today’s oceans? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distressing /duh-STREH-suhng/ [adjective] – upsetting or worrying The student received a distressing email notifying them of a significant grade drop in one of their courses. encounter /en-KOUN-ter/ [verb] – to experience something, especially something unpleasant The company encountered unexpected financial difficulties, leading to layoffs and budget cuts. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective] – important or noticeable The discovery of a new treatment for…
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