PART A_1
Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.
PART A_2
| 1. pivotal | /PIV-uh-tl/ |
| -of vital or critical importance | |
| Access to education is pivotal in ending poverty. | |
| 2. alleviate | /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ |
| -to make easier to endure; lessen | |
| The patient was advised to take some pain reliever to alleviate the pain. | |
| 3. culprit | /KUHL-prit/ |
| -a person or other agent guilty of or responsible for an offense or fault | |
| Finally, the culprit admitted to the crime. | |
| 4. combat | /kuhm-BAT/ |
| -to fight or contend against | |
| Playing the piano is a way to combat loneliness. | |
| 5. practice | /PRAK-tis/ |
| -habitual or customary performance; operation | |
| Only the best practices should be observed in the workplace. |
PART B_1
Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART B_2
Food production impacts climate change
Reducing the use of fossil fuels is pivotal in alleviating climate change. On the other hand, a new study reveals that the way food is produced around the world is also a major culprit behind higher temperatures on Earth.
The research concluded that if the current food production stays the same, almost 1.4 trillion metric tons of greenhouse gases will be generated in the next 80 years.
Deforestation, soil mismanagement, improper handling of food waste and fertilizers are just some of the causes of the said pollution. Researchers add that even if fuel emission will be discontinued, it would still not be possible to meet the targets set to combat climate change.
To improve the current situation, better farming practices, changes in diet, and wasting less food will be beneficial. The same study predicts that a shift to a plant-rich diet is likely to decrease greenhouse gases by 65 billion metric tons.
The research concluded that if the current food production stays the same, almost 1.4 trillion metric tons of greenhouse gases will be generated in the next 80 years.
Deforestation, soil mismanagement, improper handling of food waste and fertilizers are just some of the causes of the said pollution. Researchers add that even if fuel emission will be discontinued, it would still not be possible to meet the targets set to combat climate change.
To improve the current situation, better farming practices, changes in diet, and wasting less food will be beneficial. The same study predicts that a shift to a plant-rich diet is likely to decrease greenhouse gases by 65 billion metric tons.
PART C_1
Let’s answer comprehension questions. Please answer them based on the article.
PART C_2
| 1. | What is one of the causes of higher temperatures on the planet? |
| 2. | What would happen if fuel emission was halted? |
| 3. | What should be done to improve the situation? |
PART D_1
Let’s discuss the article. Please answer the questions below and express your opinions.
PART D_2
| 1. | Do you find the findings of the study surprising? |
| 2. | What can you say about the researcher’s recommendation to fight climate change? |
| 3. | Do you believe that climate change is a pressing matter? |
| 4. | In your opinion, how can we put an end to climate change? |
| 5. | In what ways can you help overcome climate change? |
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
| Grammar 文法 |
Pronunciation 発音 | Vocabulary 単語 |
Comprehension 理解 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
 GOOD |
文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる | ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる | 習った表現を適切に使うことができる | 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる |
 FAIR |
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる | 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある | たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる | 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある |
 POOR |
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる | 発音の練習が必要である | 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる | 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい |