In this lesson, you will practice reading passages and answering questions.
Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.
Vending Machines
Vending machines have been popular in Japan. Vending machines can be used to buy food and drinks easily. These vending machines are easy to use. Customers will simply have to put money into the machine and select the items they want to buy. People who are in a rush should use such machines, and in this way they can save time.
According to the passage, how can people in a rush save time?
Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.
Junk Food
These days, some schools do not allow cafeterias to sell junk food such as chips and soda. They believe that eating too much junk food affects students’ progress in learning since it does not contain the essential nutrients. Schools should encourage their students to eat healthy meals. School cafeterias should serve such meals instead, and in this way they can help the students to stay healthy.
According to the passage, how can school cafeterias help the students to stay healthy?
Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.
Halloween
Halloween is a popular holiday all over the world. It is being celebrated on October 31. Trick or treat is a common activity among children in this event. People in the neighborhood prepare sweet treats for the children. Children in Halloween costumes visit each house in the neighborhood to ask for such treats, and by doing so children can enjoy Halloween.
According to the passage, how can children enjoy Halloween?
Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.
Thrift Stores
These days, many people have been interested in thrift stores. This is where people can buy used items like furniture, clothes, and books at a cheaper price. These stores are often organized to raise money to be donated to charities. Some people shop at such stores, and in this way they can save money while helping other people who are in need.
According to the passage, how can people save money while helping other people who are in need?
Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.
Working from Home
Nowadays, many companies offer employees the opportunity to work from home. This kind of job has been popular with many employees because of its convenience. People do online jobs such as writing, translating, and teaching during the days they are available to work. Some parents choose such jobs, and in this way they can have more time for their children.
According to the passage, how can parents have more time for their children?