Drinking Tea and Coffee Can Lower the

Risk of Dementia and Stroke

Level
4
5
Health
January 26, 2022

Words and Phrases

Directions: Let's learn some words and phrases used in the article.
 noun
dementia
US /dɪˈmen.ʃə/ 
UK /dɪˈmen.ʃə/ 
a mental illness that causes someone to be unable to think clearly or to understand what is
real and what is not real
This patient suffers from dementia.
 noun
cure
US /kjʊr/ 
UK /kjʊər/ 
something (such as a drug or medical treatment) that stops a disease and makes someone
healthy again
There is no cure for the common cold.
 adverb
furthermore
US /ˈfɝː.ðɚ.mɔːr/ 
UK /ˌfɜː.ðəˈmɔːr/ 
 in addition to what has been said : used to introduce a statement that supports or adds to a
previous statement
The house is beautiful. Furthermore, it's in a great location.
 verb
reduce
US /rɪˈduːs/ 
UK /rɪˈdʒuːs/ 
to make (something) smaller in size, amount, number, etc.: decrease
The medicine reduces the risk of infection.
"We are going to study Daily News in this lesson."

"The title is [==TITLE==]."

"Let's have Words and Phrases."

”Let's learn some of the words that are used in the article.”

"Let's have the first word. I'll play the audio for US pronunciation once. Please listen to the
audio well."
NOTE: Please click the play button for US pronunciation once.

(after listening to the pronunciation)

"Let's read the example sentence. Repeat after me once."

T: __■■__ S: __■■__

(after repeating)
〔Student makes a sentence using the word〕
"Great. Now, please make a sentence using the word. I will type it into the chatbox."
(correct the student's sentence)

"OK!! Let's have the second word! Please listen to the audio."
(Do the same flow for the other words given in the box.)

......

(after reading the last example sentence）

"Great. Do you have any questions?"

Comprehension
Directions: Listen to the article and answer the questions.

Listening Focus
 Directions: First of all, let's check some questions that you need to focus on listening.
 1. What was the fourth-leading cause of death in Brazil in 2020?
 2. What effect did drinking three to six cups of both tea and coffee per day have?
 3. Why did a neurologist say this study was important?

Listen to the article

Directions: Listen carefully.

Drinking Tea and Coffee Can Lower the Risk of Dementia and Stroke

  
  
  
A study has shown that drinking coffee or tea every day may be healthier than we first
thought. It may lead to fewer cases of dementia and stroke in people over 50 years old.
Dementia still has no cure. In 2020, stroke was the fourth-leading cause of death in Brazil.
Each year, there are 400,000 new cases.

The study found that those who drank two to three cups of tea and two to three cups of
coffee daily had a 32% lower risk of stroke. Those who drank two to three cups of unmixed
coffee or tea had a 12% and a 16% lower risk of stroke. Furthermore, drinking three to six
cups of both tea and coffee per day reduced the development of some types of dementia.

A neurologist said that this type of research is important because so many people have
dementia, and it can help stop or reduce the chances of getting the disease.
(after answering all the questions)
"Okay, let's move on to the next part - Comprehension."

"So, we will listen to the article. Before that, let's check the questions that you will have to
answer later. Please look at the questions as I read them."

"Number 1..."
 Please refer to the textbook.

(after reading the questions）

"Great! Now, let's listen to the audio. It starts now."
 click audio button

Answer the Questions

 Directions: Read each question and give the correct answer based on the article.
 1. What was the fourth-leading cause of death in Brazil in 2020?
A.
stroke
B.
dementia
C.
drinking too much coffee
Answer :
A. stroke
Reason :
(1st Paragraph) In 2020, stroke was the fourth-leading cause of death in Brazil.
 2. What effect did drinking three to six cups of both tea and coffee per day have?

A.

it increased some types of strokes

B.

it reduced some types of dementia

C.

it had no effect

Answer :

B. it reduced some types of dementia

Reason :

(2nd Paragraph) Drinking three to six cups of both tea and coffee per day reduced the
development of some types of dementia.
 3. Why did a neurologist say this study was important?

A.

because it can help stop heart disease

B.

because it can help stop cancer

C.
because it can help stop people from getting dementia

Answer :

C. because it can help stop people from getting dementia

Reason :

(3rd Paragraph) A neurologist said that this type of research is important because so many
people have dementia, and it can help stop or reduce the chances of getting the disease.
(after listening)
"Well done! This time, let's proceed to Answer the Questions."

"I'll read each question, and please say your answers out loud. Let's start with No. 1."

Note: If the student has a hard time answering some questions, provide clues on where
answers are found.

Continue to the next, until the last question.

Continue to the next, until the last question.

(after answering the questions)

"Great! Now, let's move on to the next activity - Read Out."

Read Out
Directions: Please read out the news article.

Drinking Tea and Coffee Can Lower the Risk of Dementia and Stroke

A study has shown that drinking coffee or tea every day may be healthier than we first
thought. It may lead to fewer cases of dementia and stroke in people over 50 years old.
Dementia still has no cure. In 2020, stroke was the fourth-leading cause of death in Brazil.
Each year, there are 400,000 new cases.

The study found that those who drank two to three cups of tea and two to three cups of
coffee daily had a 32% lower risk of stroke. Those who drank two to three cups of unmixed
coffee or tea had a 12% and a 16% lower risk of stroke. Furthermore, drinking three to six
cups of both tea and coffee per day reduced the development of some types of dementia.
 A neurologist said that this type of research is important because so many people have
dementia, and it can help stop or reduce the chances of getting the disease.
"Please read out the article."

(after reading)

Note: Correct mispronounced words. (ONLY if needed)

"I will type some words in the chat box for us to practice. Please repeat after me twice."

(after the correction)

"Let’s move on to the next activity - Discussion. Please look at the directions."

Discussion
Directions: Please answer each question freely or by using the situation given.

 1. Do you think it is important for scientists to conduct dementia-related research?

Situation

 2. Which do you prefer more: coffee or tea? Explain your choice.

Situation

 3. In your opinion, is diet or exercise more important for health? Explain your choice.

Situation

"Please answer each question freely or by using the situation given."

"I'll read each question. Then you can answer freely or open the <Answer Key> to have
more idea to answer ."

"Let's start with No.1."

  (Please refer to the book.)

Note: Please make sure to correct grammatical mistakes and mispronunciation when needed.

(after answering)
"Great! (~give any feedback about student's answer~)

Now, I'll send you an example answer using the information in the <Answer Key>.
 (←Please open the <Answer Key> to send the sample answer)
I'll type it in the chatbox."

Note: Make sure to send the example answers to the student.

"Please look at the chatbox and repeat after me."

Note: Use the same flow as you continue to the next, until the last question.

(after having done all activities)

"Great! "Let’s review today’s lesson."
Review

Please look at the yellow part. Listen carefully. I will read it to you now.
 CHECK!
 (1) Three new words and phrases in this lesson
(2) Three difficult-to-pronounce words
Teacher will choose then read it aloud. Repeat each one after your teacher three times.
(after reading)
(1) Pick up at least 3 words for new words/phrases.
(2) Pick up at least 3 words for the student's mispronunciation.
Have the student repeat them 3 times.

***After (1) and (2), correct student's mistakes in grammar if any.

Please repeat after me 3 times.

Ex : T : hear
S : hear
T : hear
S : hear
T : hear
S : hear
Even if you have finished the entire lesson, you must not engage in free conversation.
Keep in mind that your student is an entry-level student and doesn't have a good command
of the English language.
Instead, please use the rest of the class time by doing the exercises again and again.

You can also give synonyms or sentences related to lesson.

 What Is 'White Day' Celebrated in East
Asian Countries?

Level
6
7
Lifestyle/Entertainment
March 13, 2022

Words and Phrases

Directions: Let's learn some words and phrases used in the article.
 exchange
We exchange gifts during the holidays.
o /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/
 

o /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/

verb
to give something and receive something in return
 ideally
Ideally, you should do these exercises daily.
o /aɪˈdiː.ə.li/
 

o /aɪˈdɪə.li/
 adverb
used to say what should happen or be done to produce the best results
 reciprocate
They appreciated her kindness but were not ready to reciprocate the gesture.
o /rɪˈsɪp.rə.keɪt/
 

o /rɪˈsɪp.rə.keɪt/

verb
to do (something) for or to someone who has done something similar for or to you
 confectionery
My father owns a confectionery factory.
o /kənˈfek.ʃən.er.i/
 

o /kənˈfek.ʃən.ri/

noun
sweets or chocolate
 gratitude
Let me express my sincere gratitude for all your help.
o /ˈɡræt̬ .ə.tuːd/
 

o /ˈɡræt.ɪ.tʃuːd/

noun
a feeling of appreciation or thanks
"We are going to study Daily News in this lesson."

"The title is [==TITLE==]."

"Let's have Words and Phrases."

”Let's learn some of the words that are used in the article.”

(Repeat words and sample sentences)

"Let's have the first word. Please repeat after me once."
T: __■■__ S: __■■__

(after repeating)
"Let's read the sample sentence. Repeat after me once."

T: __■■__ S: __■■__
 (after repeating)
〔Student makes a sentence using the word〕
"Great. Now, please make a sentence using the word. I will type it into the chatbox."
(correct the student's sentence)

"OK!! Let's have the second word!"

(Do the same flow for the other words given in the box.)

......

(after reading the last sample sentence）

"Great. Do you have any questions?"

Comprehension
Directions: Listen to the article and answer the questions.

Listening Focus

Directions: First of all, let's check some questions that you need to focus on listening.
 1. What kind of gifts are given by romantic partners on White Day?

 2. What greater tradition do these holidays point to?

 3. What did one letter say was unfair about Valentine's Day?

Listen to the article

Directions: Listen carefully.

What Is 'White Day' Celebrated in East Asian Countries?

  
  
  
Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14, is well-known as the day where couples buy
and exchange gifts to express their love.

But in certain East Asian countries, this holiday is only for women. On March 14, White
Day, men respond by buying presents for the women in their lives.

Presents include flowers and candies. Romantic partners often receive more expensive gifts
like fine chocolates, clothes, or jewelry, ideally in shades of white.

These holidays offer the experience of giving and receiving to everyone. They also point to
a greater tradition, which says that a person must reciprocate if they are given a gift.

One story links White Day to a Japanese confectionery company. A special day was

invented for men to express their gratitude in response to a letter that said it was unfair that
women put in their best effort on Valentine’s Day, but men were not obligated to
reciprocate.

The letter said women would appreciate anything in return, from a handkerchief to a
marshmallow. So, a signature sweet treat made with marshmallow paste with chocolate
inside was created.

Originally named “Marshmallow Day,” it was later changed to “White Day.”

(after answering all the questions)
"Okay, let's move on to the next part - Comprehension."

"Please look at the direction."

(after a few seconds)

"let's move on to the Listening Focus."

"Let's check the questions that you will have to answer later. Please look at the questions as
I read them TWICE."

"Number 1..."
T: ~reading the question SLOWLY~~~~
T: ~reading the question with NATURAL SPEEED~~~~
 Please refer to the textbook.

(after reading the questions）

"Great! Now, let's listen to the audio. It starts now."
 click audio button

Answer the Questions

Directions: Read each question and give the correct answer based on the article.
 1. What kind of gifts are given by romantic partners on White Day?
Answer :
Romantic partners often receive more expensive gifts like fine chocolates, clothes, or
jewelry, ideally in shades of white.
Reason :
(3rd Paragraph) Romantic partners often receive more expensive gifts like fine chocolates,
clothes, or jewelry, ideally in shades of white.
 2. What greater tradition do these holidays point to?

Answer :

They point to a greater tradition which says that a person must reciprocate if they are given
a gift.

Reason :

(4th Paragraph) They also point to a greater tradition, which says that a person must
reciprocate if they are given a gift.
 3. What did one letter say was unfair about Valentine's Day?

Answer :

The letter said it was unfair that women put in their best effort on Valentine’s Day, but men
were not obligated to reciprocate.

Reason :

(5th Paragraph) A special day was invented for men to express their gratitude in response to
a letter that said it was unfair that women put in their best effort on Valentine’s Day, but
men were not obligated to reciprocate.
(after listening)
"Well done! This time, let's proceed to Answer the Questions."

"I'll read each question, and please say your answers out loud. Let's start with No. 1."

Note: If the student has a hard time answering some questions, provide clues on where
answers are found.

Continue to the next, until the last question.

(after answering the questions)

"Great! Now, let's move on to the next activity - Read Out."
Read Out
Directions: Please read the news article aloud. You may use the slashes as a guide.

What Is 'White Day' Celebrated in East Asian Countries?

Valentine’s Day,/ celebrated on February 14,/ is well-known/ as the day where couples/ buy

and exchange gifts/ to express their love./

But in certain East Asian countries,/ this holiday is only for women./ On March 14,/ White
Day,/ men respond/ by buying presents/ for the women in their lives./

Presents/ include flowers and candies./ Romantic partners/ often receive more expensive

gifts/ like fine chocolates,/ clothes,/ or jewelry,/ ideally in shades of white./

These holidays/ offer the experience/ of giving and receiving to everyone./ They also

point/ to a greater tradition,/ which says that a person/ must reciprocate/ if they are given a
gift./

One story/ links White Day/ to a Japanese confectionery company./ A special day/ was

invented for men/ to express their gratitude/ in response to a letter/ that said it was
unfair/ that women put in/ their best effort on Valentine’s Day,/ but men were not
obligated/ to reciprocate./

The letter said/ women would appreciate/ anything in return,/ from a handkerchief to a

marshmallow./ So,/ a signature sweet treat/ made with marshmallow paste/ with chocolate
inside/ was created./

Originally named “Marshmallow Day,”/ it was later changed/ to “White Day.”/

SLASH OFF
"Please read out the article."

(after reading)

Note: Correct mispronounced words. (ONLY if needed)

"I will type some words in the chat box for us to practice. Please repeat after me twice."
T: __■■__ S: __■■__

(after the correction)

"Let’s move on to the next activity - Discussion. Please look at the directions."

Discussion
 Directions: Please answer each question freely or by using the situation given.

 1. Do you like celebrating Valentine’s Day and/or White Day? Share your thoughts.

Answer Key

 2. Do you think it’s okay for people to celebrate a holiday even if they don’t know its
origin? Why or why not?

Answer Key

 3. Do you agree that a person must reciprocate if they are given a gift? Why or why not?

Answer Key

 4. Do you think that couples should share their romantic dates on social media? Express
your opinion.

Answer Key

 5. Do you like eating sweet food? Why or why not?

Answer Key

 6. Do you think it’s better to give a gift or receive a gift? Express your opinion.

Answer Key

"Now, please answer each question freely or by using the situation given."

"I'll read each question. Then you can answer freely or open the <Answer Key> to have
more idea to answer ."

"Let's start with No.1. (~~read the question~~)

  (Please refer to the book.)

Note: Please make sure to correct grammatical mistakes and mispronunciation when needed.

(after answering)
 "Great! You said ~~~, but it you could also say ~~~(Grammar / Pronunciation feedback
about student's answer)

Now, I'll send you a sample answer using the information in the <Answer Key>.
(←Please open the <Answer Key> to send the sample answer one by one)
Note: Make sure to send the sample answers to the student.

"Please look at the chatbox and repeat after me."

Note: Use the same flow as you continue to the next, until the last question.

(after having done all activities)

"Great! "Let’s review today’s lesson."
Review

Please look at the yellow part. Listen carefully. I will read it to you now.
 CHECK!
 (1) Three new words and phrases in this lesson
(2) Three difficult-to-pronounce words
Teacher will choose then read it aloud. Repeat each one after your teacher three times.
(after reading)
(1) Pick up at least 3 words for new words/phrases.
(2) Pick up at least 3 words for the student's mispronunciation.
Have the student repeat them 3 times.

***After (1) and (2), correct student's mistakes in grammar if any.

Please repeat after me 3 times.

Ex : T : hear
S : hear
T : hear
S : hear
T : hear
S : hear
Even if you have finished the entire lesson, you must not engage in free conversation.
Keep in mind that your student is an entry-level student and doesn't have a good command
of the English language.
Instead, please use the rest of the class time by doing the exercises again and again.

You can also give synonyms or sentences related to lesson.