If you like learning about the current news and improving your English for your next English conversation, this English lesson is for you. While watching a news report about Syria's future, you will learn English phrasal verbs, English idioms,, and other advanced English vocabulary that can really stump English learners.
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Syria’s Future
Chris Murphy is a U.S. Senator from Connecticut.
ISIS
• : A group called the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria. They are known for using violence and terrorism.
• : ISIS is a dangerous group that has hurt many people.
ISIL
• : Another name for ISIS, meaning the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant.
• : Some people call ISIS “ISIL” because the Levant is another name for the region they talk about.
Play out
• : To happen or develop in a certain way.
• : Many nations are waiting to see how the situation will play out in Syria.
Chemical weapons
• : Dangerous weapons that use chemicals to harm or kill people.
• : Using chemical weapons is against international law.
Weapons of Mass Destruction
• : Very powerful weapons that can kill many people at once, like nuclear or chemical weapons.
• : The government is trying to stop the spread of weapons of mass destruction.
The jury is still out
• : People do not know the final answer or decision yet.
• : The jury is still out on whether the plan will work.
Extremist groups
• : Groups that believe in very extreme ideas and may use violence to support their beliefs.
• : Extremist groups can be dangerous to the safety of others.
Take them at their word
• : To believe what someone says without questioning it.
• : The teacher took him at his word when he said he finished his homework.
Inclusive
• : Making sure everyone is included and treated equally.
• : The school is very inclusive and welcomes students from all cultures.
Arab
• : A person from Arab countries, like Egypt, Iraq, or Saudi Arabia. 200 million people. 20 Different countries
• : Many Arab countries are located in the Middle East.
Self-governance
• : When a group or country makes its own rules and decisions.
• : The people fought for self-governance and independence.
To have a voice
• : To be able to share opinions and be heard.
• : It is important for everyone to have a voice in the meeting.
Leverage
• : Power or an advantage that helps someone get what they want.
• : He used his experience as leverage to get the job.
Kurds
• : A group of people who live in parts of Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Iran.
• : The Kurds have their own culture and language.
Lift the terrorist designation
• : To officially stop calling a group a terrorist organization.
• : The government decided to lift the terrorist designation from the group after peace talks.
Al-Qaeda
• : A group known for using terrorism to fight against other countries.
• : Al-Qaeda is responsible for several attacks around the world.
Speculative
• : Based on guesses, not facts.
• : The news about the agreement is speculative and not confirmed.
Potential
• : Something that might happen in the future.
• : There is potential for peace if both sides agree to talk.
Adversaries
• : Enemies or people who are against you.
• : The two countries are adversaries in the conflict.
