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[영어 읽기] Talk about cold hands and feet. Talk about cold hands and feet. Each winter, my hands, and feet get ice-cold. People who hold my hands always ask me why they are so cold. Sometimes they’re so cold that I catch myself off guard. Even when I’m indoors where it’s warm, my extremities often stay cold. I always carry heat packs, as a matter of habit. I can’t get by without them. To raise my body temperature, I often go to public ba..
[영어 읽기] Talk about what people do during the Korean Lunar New Year holidays. Talk about what people do during the Korean Lunar New Year holidays. The Lunar New Year holiday is the first day of the lunar calendar. It’s one of Korea’s biggest traditional holidays. The days directly before and after are designated as national holidays, creating the extended holiday. Many Koreans get decked out in traditional Korean clothes. Some hold ceremonies to honor ancestors and tend t..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how retail culture has changed in recent years. Talk about how retail culture has changed in recent years. Online shopping has become the norm these days. Changes in spending patterns are leaving a mark on all aspects of society. With the dawn of the age of high-speed networks and smartphones, electronic transactions have become widespread. The ripple effect created by online shopping malls is also growing. Many consumers comb through product..
[영어 읽기] Talk about an English study group you are participating in. Talk about an English study group you are participating in. Every Saturday morning, I take part in an English study group. I participate to become fluent in English, and also because I get a kick out of meeting great people to chew the fat. It’s easier to pump myself up for language studies when I’m in a group, compared to when I’m on my own. We study each week using an EBS radio book called “입이..
[영어 읽기] Talk about various physical symptoms. Talk about various physical symptoms. If you over-do it while you exercise, you might feel aches and pains all over your body. If your circulation isn’t good, or if you stay in a fixed position for too long, you can also get stabbing pains in your neck and shoulders. When this happens, it helps to loosen up the muscles by taking a warm shower or getting a massage. If you worry too much about som..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how you plan for overseas trips. Talk about how you plan for overseas trips. When people travel abroad these days, self-guided trips are as common as package tours. First, you choose a country as a travel destination. Then, you can search online for airline tickets that fit your budget. A new service texts out notifications about the lowest fares, so a lot of people book tickets that way. Next, you look for a hotel that fits th..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the government policies to boost the birthrate. Talk about the government policies to boost the birthrate. The birthrate in Korea is among the world’s lowest. Although the country spared no effort to raise the birthrate, the figure was on a downward trend last year, as well. The government is expanding various support policies to boost the birthrate. Starting this year, households with children under 9 years old will receive 100,000 won on a ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about studio apartments people live in. Talk about studio apartments people live in. As more and more people live in single-person households, there is an increasing demand for the housing type of studio apartments. Sometimes, a run-of-the-mill house is divided into smaller spaces and rented out as studios. In other cases, high-rise multipurpose buildings are built with studio apartments and allotted out. In Korea, these studio apartm..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the seafood you personally like. Talk about the seafood you personally like. I have a soft spot for seafood. I especially like raw fish, or hoe, as well as sushi. I eat it every chance I get. I also like clams, so I sometimes make Korean-style clam soup. I also enjoy taking shellfish like cockles and tossing them in a sauce to eat with rice. Abalone is on the pricey side, but I like it enough to eat it on occasion. I also like ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about some typical dipping sauces in Korea. Talk about some typical dipping sauces in Korea. There are various dipping sauces in Korean cuisine. Soy sauce is one of the most common. Usually, people mix it with vinegar to their tastes. Sometimes, they add thinly sliced vegetables to add flavor. Soy sauce and vinegar is often used as a dipping sauce for greasy foods like pot stickers or fried foods. You can also give soy sauce a kick by add..
[영어 읽기] Talk about your personal sleeping habits. Talk about your personal sleeping habits. I sleep a lot, and I get tried out easily if I don’t get enough shut-eye. When I’m sleep-deprived, I can’t stay focused during the day. My goal is to get 6 hours of quality sleep at a minimum, so I try to go to bed by midnight. If I call it a day too late, it’s harder to wake up the next morning. I fall asleep quickly, as soon as my head hits the pillow...
[영어 읽기] Talk about your personal eating habits. Talk about your personal eating habits. Some people I know need to eat a hearty meal for breakfast to get through the day, but I’m the opposite. I get indigestion when I eat in the morning, so I usually make do with fruit or yogurt. Eating lightly for breakfast is second nature to me because I’ve been this way since I was a student. I usually eat lunch at the company cafeteria at work. The menu ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how job performance is evaluated. Talk about how job performance is evaluated. Most companies regularly have performance reviews. They evaluate their employees’ job performance of quantitative and qualitative bases. Each individual’s performance is placed under the microscope. The performance of the team or business department that the person is a part of also enters into the equation. Individual evaluations reflect attendance r..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the popularity of Pilates. Talk about the popularity of Pilates. Pilates is a form of exercise invented in the early 1900s. The number of people who practice Pilates has snowballed, and it is now one of the most common kinds of lifestyle exercise, along with yoga. Pilates made its debut to the Korean public around 10 years ago. In major cities, Pilates studios are a dime a dozen. You can also find lots of studios nearby w..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how you keep yourself warm in the winter. Talk about how you keep yourself warm in the winter. Winter in Korea is bitterly cold. It’s easy to catch a cold unless you bundle up. That’s why a lot of cold weather gear is used. The most common product is thermal underwear, which is worn underneath one’s outer clothes. It’s very effective for staying nice and warm. Puffer jackets with thick layers of cotton or duck down are also popular. The..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the infringement of teachers’ rights. Talk about the infringement of teachers’ rights. Many regulations and rules are being enacted these days that emphasize student rights. These changes are helping to protect students’ human rights and give a boost to creativity. However, infringement of teachers’ rights is a side effect on the flip side of the development. When students muddy the waters during class and get in the way of other st..
[영어 읽기] Talk about how people learn how to swim. Talk about how people learn how to swim. Swimming is a major indoor sport. A swimming pool and some simple equipment are all you need to receive lessons. There are students of all skill levels, from people dipping their toes for the first time to seasoned veterans with more than 10 years of experience. In most cases, people learn all the major swimming strokes: freestyle, breaststroke, backstrok..
[영어 읽기] Talk about personal mobility vehicles. Talk about personal mobility vehicles. Personal mobility refers to modes of transportation that are small in scale and powered by electricity. The number of users in Korea is on the rise, especially among younger generations. These single-user mobility vehicles have staked a place as an important way to travel. The type of personal mobility are very diverse. They range from single-wheel unicycle..
[영어 읽기] Talk about various clubs related to hobbies. Talk about various clubs related to hobbies. As hobbies become more diverse, there are more and more common interest groups or clubs where people with shared hobbies exchange information. There are clubs for traditional sports like basketball or soccer, and clubs for yoga or cycling. There are also clubs with a particular item as a theme. For example, people who own car of a particular make and ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about investing in stocks. Talk about investing in stocks. We often hear about people who have earned a fortune in the stock market. But an individual can’t hope for a windfall by investing in stocks. Stocks rise and fall, so it’s important to get the timing right when buying and selling stocks. It’s best to research companies you’re interested in before you take the plunge. You should check their capital strength and gro..
[영어 읽기] Talk about the fine dust problem. Talk about the fine dust problem. Many people are suffering because of the fine dust concentration in the air rising off the charts more frequently in recent years. Find dust makes its way deep into people’s bronchial tubes and lungs. It is a direct cause of various respiratory diseases, and it takes its toll on the body’s immune system. It can also cause asthma and difficulty breathing, even th..
[영어 읽기] Talk about buying used items. Talk about buying used items. Sales of used items are on the rise these days. Sellers can dispose of things they don’t need, and buyers can get what they need at bargain prices, so it’s a win-win. It’s also possible to save resources if items are bought and used by others, instead of throwing them away. Almost anything we use in our day-to-day lives is up for grabs. In particular, items like bab..
[영어 읽기] Talk about when you got a medical check-up. Talk about when you got a medical check-up. I have been receiving medical check-ups without fail every two years, I received a check-up recently, as well. I had to go on a fast the day before to receive gastroscopy and colonoscopy procedures. The day of the check-up began with body measurements. My height, weight, blood pressure, eyesight, and lung capacity were measured. Then I had blood sample..
[영어 읽기] Talk about some manners you should follow at performances. Talk about some manners you should follow at performances. The number of people taking in performances like plays, musicals, concerts, and ballets has skyrocketed. Many people attend these performances at once, so it’s very important to mind one’s manners and be considerate of others. The most basic thing is to stay quiet during a show. When you have to say something, you should whisper under yo..
[영어 읽기] Talk about various road conditions. Talk about various road conditions. When at the wheel, it’s important to keep one’s eyes on the road. The road surface can be slippery after it snows or rains, so it’s best to be extra cautious. It’s good to keep one’s speed down and avoid slamming the brakes suddenly. When it’s raining or snowing, the visibility is low, which is why drivers need to exercise caution. When it’s snowing a lot, it ..
[영어 읽기] Talk about what you do to keep your teeth healthy. Talk about what you do to keep your teeth healthy. I think that good dental health is of utmost importance. The condition of one’s teeth has a major impact on eating and also has a pivotal role in a person’s outward appearance. I brush my teeth three times a day. I brush my teeth when I wash up, first thing in the morning. I also brush at the office after lunch, and once before I hit the sack at..

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