Today is the third class in your current March four class set. We will start class with a casual conversation. Our reading today is about politics. 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 3 vocabulary words. We are going to try to apply the words to everyday life.

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Write sentences for these words

Validate (verb) – to confirm that something is true, accurate, or acceptable.

The scientist used data to validate her results.

Suppress (verb) – to hold back, control, or prevent something from being expressed.

He tried to suppress his laughter during the serious meeting.

Versatile (adjective) – able to do many different things well; adaptable.

She is a versatile athlete who plays several sports.

(We will wait until you come back from your trip to introduce new words)