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[영어 읽기] Talk about some good ways to spend life after retirement. Talk about some good ways to spend life after retirement. These days, people live to be 100 if they stay in shape. That’s why more people are shoring up for the 2nd act of their lives after retirement. Preparing financially for post-retirement life is most important. Normally, people stay solvent by receiving pensions or through insurance policies. Another way is to expand assets through various..
[영어 읽기] Talk about what people around you do after retirement. Talk about what people around you do after retirement. My father retired after 35 years on the job. He invested in real estate. He also receives a pension every month, so there are no financial issues. As a hobby, he continues to play tennis. He finds happiness by exercising with neighbors. He also meets with fellow churchgoers at church. Plus, he grows crops in a small garden. He also often tra..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the lives of working moms. Talk about the lives of working moms. Working mons have it rough. They especially get swamped in the morning, when they have to prepare the kids for school while getting ready for work. Even after they punch out, they have to go directly back home to look after their kids. They help the kids wash up before bed, and tuck them in at night. They only get some alone time after the kids have dozed of..
[영어 읽기] Talk about your daily routine as a mon. Talk about your daily routine as a mon. When I get out of bed in the morning, I make breakfast. Then I wake up the kids. The eldest goes to elementary school. I help her get dressed and pack her bag, and I send her off to school. Our younger son goes to pre-school. I take him out in time for the school bus. After the kids are gone, I take a coffee break and relax. When the kids come back from sc..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how Koreans are sensitive about weight. Talk about how Koreans are sensitive about weight. Korean people are very touchy about their weight. Lots of people take a stab at fad diets in order to shed some pounds. However, a strong will is needed to succeed in dieting. The most important thing is to steer clear of foods that are high in calories, and to burn calories by exercising regularly. Getting plenty of shut-eye is also important f..
[영어 읽기] Talk about when you went on a diet. Talk about when you went on a diet. I set a goal for the two months of winter break. I had only one meal each day, and worked out every day for at least an hour. I got pumped up by watching success stories of people who lost weight on YouTube. I hung up a pair of pants in the smallest size on the wall. My goal was to lose weight until I could wear those pants. I got by with only water and black ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about what you do for skincare. Talk about what you do for skincare. As I get on in years, my skin is getting drier. Skincare has become tricky because of my dry skin type. In the winter, my face gets bone-dry. Unless I moisturize properly, I get dry patches on my face and crow’s feet around my eyes. Between seasons, I always have severe skin trouble. In my 20s, I had adult acne. This made my pores wider. My skin has become le..
[영어 읽기] Talk about people’s skin types. Talk about people’s skin types. Everyone has a different skin type. They might have dry, neutral, oily, or sensitive skin. People care for their skin depending on their skin type. Moisturizing is important for dry skin. Otherwise, they might develop wrinkles. Break-outs are a common problem for oily skin. Skin trouble can cause acne scars. People with sensitive skin have to take care because the..
[영어 읽기] Talk about problems of online shopping. Talk about problems of online shopping. As online shopping has become widespread, several problems have popped up as well. Impulse buys are one of those problems, as people buy things they have no use for. People purchase non-essential items because of online ads. Another problem is that people often get swindled in online transactions. It’s especially common when trading secondhand goods. Peopl..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how you buy things online. Talk about how you buy things online. You can buy almost anything online these days. It’s a snap to buy things, because there are so many Internet shopping malls. There’s a wide range of products and prices. You can find vendors with the best price for a certain product. That way, you can buy the item at a bargain price. Of course, you can’t see the product in person, so you should be careful wh..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how mobile devices have changed our lives. Talk about how mobile devices have changed our lives. It’s not a stretch to say that mobile devices are used all over the place these days. Everyone has at least a smart phone. Some people have separate phones dedicated to personal and work-related use. Lots of people use laptops for work or to study. The latest products have detachable screens that can do double duty as tablet PCs. These mobile..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the mobile devices you use. Talk about the mobile devices you use. I use all kinds of mobile devices. The one I use most often is, of course, my cell phone. It’s an important device that lets me communicate with other people. I always bring my phone, no matter where I go. I also use my laptop and tablet PC often. I use my laptop for work, and mostly work on documents. I use my tablet PC to read articles. I also use it to w..
[영어 읽기] What are some things you consider when you choose a restaurant? What are some things you consider when you choose a restaurant? When passing judgement on restaurants, the way the food tastes is the most important factor. Diners want to eat at restaurants that serve mouth-watering food. The mood inside a restaurant is also important. A pleasant ambience helps people enjoy the meal. I also take into account the quality of service at a restaurant. Friendly serv..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how you search for restaurants. Talk about how you search for restaurants. I usually search online when I look for a restaurant. I enter the type of food I want to eat and neighborhood as the search terms. I get a bunch of restaurants in the search results. There are lots of restaurant reviews from people who visited earlier. There are also pictures of the menus and descriptions of the food. Often there are also directions for..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the benefits of recycling. Talk about the benefits of recycling. Garbage is a big headache in every country. It causes environmental pollution and destroys nature. Plastic takes decades to decompose naturally. It has a critical impact on the environment. Recycling is one of the best ways to deal with garbage problems. It is eco-friendly because we can cut down on garbage and reuse our resources. Korea is a model example w..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the way you recycle at home. Talk about the way you recycle at home. I have two types of trash cans at home. One is for regular garbage, and the other is for recyclables. I gather plastics and cans in the recycling bin. I make sure to rinse off the recyclables with water before I throw them in the recycling bin. I take them out separately once a week. I usually do that on my way out. There is a designated area for the recyc..
[영어 읽기] Talk about Jeju island. Talk about Jeju island. Jeju Island is a large island situated at the southern tip of Korea. Geologically, it’s a volcanic island created by volcanic activity. Many tourists visit Jeju Island to see its geographic formations. This makes Jeju a top pick among Korean tourists. With lots of specialty regional products like tangerines and black pork, there is also plenty of food native to the island..
[영어 읽기] Talk about when you went on a trip to Jeju island. Talk about when you went on a trip to Jeju island. A few years ago, I went on vacation at Jeju Island. We reserved a cabin room right by the sea. When we touched down at the airport, we rented a car and headed to the cabin. We really liked the ocean view. As soon as we unpacked, we visited various tourist attractions. We also hiked up Hallasan Mountain. We also ate a lot of Jeju Island’s local f..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how people interpret their dreams. Talk about how people interpret their dreams. People have various dreams and often try to interpret those dreams. Some dreams are thought to be good luck. They hint at good things to come. For example, Korean people believe that a dream about pigs is a precursor to good luck. With bad dreams, people find solace by saying that the opposite will happen. If a pregnant lady has a dream, some believe..
[영어 읽기] Talk about a dream you had recently. Talk about a dream you had recently. I recently had a strange dream. I dreamed I was late for work. I arrived behind schedule, and everyone was working. Strangely, a friend from high school was sitting next to my desk. It felt like something was out of the ordinary with my friend at my place of work. Another time, I dreamed I lost my dog. As soon as I woke up, I checked on my dog and gave her a ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about what you think about when you buy a present for someone. Talk about what you think about when you buy a present for someone. When I choose a gift, I think first and foremost whether it’s something the recipient really needs. Even a great gift does not count for much if the person who receives it doesn’t use it a lot. After I decide on an item, I search online for the best product. I often give items that I know inside and out, or that I’ve used before..
[영어 읽기] Talk about a memorable gift you got from someone. Talk about a memorable gift you got from someone. I was born in the winter, so my birthday is always in the cold wintertime. I’ve received a lot of warm clothes and gloves as birthday gift. Once, a friend gave me a lovely muffler. She made the muffler by hand. It must have taken a long time. I was all the more thankful because it was such a thoughtful gift. The muffler is still my most treasured..
[영어 읽기] Talk about ways to rent a home in Korea. Talk about ways to rent a home in Korea. There are two ways to rent a home in Korea. One is a monthly rent, which is the norm in other countries. During the period of residence, a monthly fee is paid to the landlord. There is another, unusual way to sign a lease. It’s called jeonse, or a lump-sum deposit lease. At the start of the lease, a hefty sum is given to the landlord. There is no need for..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how you rented a home. Talk about how you rented a home. While house-hunting, we got help from a real estate agent. We saw several houses and chose the one we liked best. We paid a brokerage fee to the real estate agent. We moved in to our house with a two-year contract. We paid a small down-payment, and we pay a monthly rent. The rent is withdrawn from our bank account at the end of each month. At the end of the cont..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the things that are charged on your apartment management fee invoice. Talk about the things that are charged on your apartment management fee invoice. Apartment management fees are the sum total of various fees. Major charges include electricity bill and the water bill. The lone exception with a separate bill is for gas. Management fees also include costs for using the elevator and security services. Maintenance fees for the apartment complex as a whole are split ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how people pay for their apartment management fees. Talk about how people pay for their apartment management fees. People who live in apartments are charged for apartment management fees each month. They include fees for different services that they use. They get a bill with everything they need to pay in the mail. Some people pay the bill at the bank. However, it’s easier to set up an automatic transfer from their bank account. Many people also ..

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