Today is the last class in your current September four class set. We will start class with a casual conversation. Our reading today is about parallel play. Please read as much as you can. Highlight any words and phrases that are not familiar. I have also included some listening material. Please focus on time, not accuracy. Please listen to as much as you can, but you only have to listen once. We will review 5 vocabulary words. We are going to try to apply the words to everyday life.

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Eloquent (adjective) – fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.

The student gave an eloquent speech that moved the entire audience.

Impartial (adjective) – fair and not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.

A good judge must remain impartial during every case.

Reverence (noun) – deep respect for someone or something.

The soldiers bowed their heads in reverence to their fallen comrades.

Substantiate (verb) – to provide evidence to support or prove something.

She was asked to substantiate her claim with data from reliable sources.

Transcend (verb) – to rise above or go beyond the limits of something.

Great art can transcend time and speak to people across generations.