To acquire vocabulary, it is important to learn it while actually using it. However, in Japan, there are few opportunities to come into contact with foreigners, and even if you learn English, there are few situations where you can use it. This is where “reading English” comes in handy.
However, finding English language materials that are appropriate for your level can be surprisingly difficult. Studies have shown that in order to understand an English text smoothly, you need to know at least 95% of the words in it. Conversely, if you know only 65% of the words in a sentence, the sentence will look like this:
The world’s _____ problem is _____ due to human activities. Many _____ are facing _____ because of deforestation and _____ . The _____ of fossil fuels has also contributed to _____ change. Experts say that if we do not take _____ action, the situation will continue to _____ , leading to more _____ in the future. Governments and _____ organizations are trying to _____ solutions, but progress is still _____. It is important for everyone to _____ steps to _____ the environment for future _____ .
Thus, the words appear to be missing and can only be read with a dictionary. However, if you know 95% of the words, the sentence looks like this:
The world’s climate problem is worsening due to human activities. Many species are facing _____ because of deforestation and pollution. The burning of fossil fuels has also contributed to climate change. Experts say that if we do not take immediate action, the situation will continue to _____, leading to more natural disasters in the future. Governments and environmental organizations are trying to _____ solutions, but progress is still slow. It is important for everyone to take steps to protect the environment for future _____.
Words in Blanks: extinction/deteriorate/implement/generations
At this level, you can read smoothly even if there are some unfamiliar words.
Key points to increase your vocabulary
Choose materials that are appropriate for your level, and start with words that make up only about 5% of your total vocabulary that you do not know. By doing so, you will be able to read English smoothly while increasing your vocabulary without difficulty.