VIP Class Notes (Raph)[R]

Today we focused on:

We used reading to focus on pronunciation and vocabulary.

Vocabulary

Humorous (adj): 1- funny, or making you laugh.
E.g.: Her latest book is a humorous look at teenage life.

Vegetarian (n/adj): 1- a person who does not eat meat or food that doesn’t include meat.
E.g.: Of the four million people who have become vegetarians in this country, nearly two thirds are women.
E.g.: I’ve been feeling much healthier since I became a vegetarian.
E.g.: Do you serve any vegetarian dishes?

Vegan (n/adj): 1- a person who does not eat or use any animal products, such as meat, fish, eggs, cheese, or leather.
E.g.: She decided to turn vegan after watching a documentary about how animals are raised for meat.
E.g.: Vegans get all the protein they need from nuts, seeds, and cereals.

Dairy (n): 1- foods that are made from milk, such as cream, butter, and cheese:
E.g.: She’s has been on a dairy-free diet for many years now.
E.g.: I was advised not to eat too much dairy.

Synthetic (adj): 1- Synthetic products are made from artificial substances, often copying a natural product.
E.g.: He was wearing a synthetic fur coat.
E.g.: The product is made with synthetic materials.

Welfare (n): 1- physical and mental health and happiness.
E.g.: There are many organizations that work to ensure animal welfare in the meat and dairy industries.
E.g.: The police are very concerned for the welfare of the child.

Opt (v): 1- to choose.
E.g.: Mike opted for early retirement.
E.g.: Most people opt to have the operation (手术).

Iconic (n): 1- very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time:
E.g.: John Lennon gained iconic status following his death.
E.g.: Scenes of Parisians dancing in the streets remain iconic images from World War II.

Activist (n): 1- 活动家

Tree bark (n): 1- æ ‘çš®

Rubber (n): 1- 橡胶

Fiber (n): 1- 纤维

Submarine (n): 1- 潜艇

Vocabulary

Vegan Fashion is Becoming More Popular
(Source: www.breakingnewsenglish.com/1909/190904-vegan-fashion-5.html)

There has been a big increase in the popularity of veganism in the past decade. People are becoming vegans to lead a lifestyle that helps the planet. Giving up meat, dairy and other food from animals is the biggest change vegans make to their lives. However, more vegans are now extending their beliefs to fashion. There is a big increase in the sales of vegan clothing, footwear and accessories. Companies are selling products that are free from animal products. These include synthetic fur coats, plastic belts, and shoes made from tree bark, plastic bottles, rubber and coconut fibre.

Researchers revealed that 42 per cent of shoppers thought about animal welfare before buying clothes. People of all ages would consider buying vegan shoes. The trend in vegan fashion has reached luxury brands. Designer Stella McCartney has a new line that is free from leather and makes use of recycled products. It is based on a theme of the iconic sixties pop group the Beatles. Ms McCartney’s father, Paul, was lead singer of the group. She designed leather-free Yellow Submarine sneakers and colourful fake fur coats. Ms McCartney is a big animal rights activist.

Grammar

Is this your thought? – Is this what you think? / Do you think so?

Pronunciation

Cloth: /klÉ‘Ëθ/

Clothes: /kloʊðz/