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英語ニュース教材：An Alabama food bank braces for big increase in demand if SNAP cuts take effect（B1–C1対応）

 
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In Alabama, there is growing concern about a possible increase in demand for food assistance. This is because the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP, might face cuts. These cuts could happen if a new tax and spending bill, proposed by former President Trump, is approved by the House of Representatives. SNAP is a program that helps many families in the United States buy groceries. It is crucial for people who have low incomes and struggle to afford enough food.

The potential changes to SNAP are part of a larger bill that includes various tax and spending measures. The bill aims to reduce government spending, but one of the consequences could be less funding for SNAP. This means that people who rely on SNAP might get less help than before. As a result, food banks, like the one in Alabama, are preparing for a possible surge in demand. They expect more people to come to them for food assistance if the cuts to SNAP are made.

Food banks play an important role in helping families who do not have enough to eat. They distribute food to those in need, often relying on donations from the community and support from local organizations. In Alabama, the food bank is already planning how to manage a potential increase in the number of people needing help. They are working to gather more resources and volunteers to ensure they can continue to support their community.

The situation highlights the importance of government programs like SNAP, which provide essential support to many families. It also shows the challenges that food banks face when there are changes in government policies. If the bill passes, not only will it affect SNAP, but it could also have a broader impact on the economy. More people may struggle to afford basic necessities, which can lead to increased demand for social services and community support.

Overall, the future of SNAP and the potential cuts are crucial issues for many American families. The outcome will influence how well families can manage their food needs and could lead to greater reliance on food banks and other community resources.

📝 Vocabulary

  • demand : the need or desire for something
  • assistance : help or support
  • potential : possible or likely to happen
  • rely : to depend on someone or something
  • surge : a sudden increase

✏️ Grammar Point

Conditional Sentences (First Conditional) – “If the bill passes, not only will it affect SNAP, but it could also have a broader impact on the economy.”

❓ Listening Questions

  1. True/False: The potential SNAP cuts are part of a bill proposed by President Trump.
  2. MCQ: What is the main role of SNAP?
    a) To build houses
    b) To help people buy groceries
    c) To provide healthcare
    d) To support education
  3. MCQ: What are food banks in Alabama preparing for?
    a) A decrease in food supply
    b) A rise in demand for food assistance
    c) New government programs
    d) Increased donations
  1. True
    False
  2. a)
    b)
    c)
    d)
  3. a)
    b)
    c)
    d)

📚 Reading Questions

  1. What might happen to SNAP if the new bill passes?
  2. Why are food banks in Alabama concerned about the potential SNAP cuts?
  3. What does the word “surge” in the script mean?

  1. 🗝️ 模範解答を表示

    4. SNAP might face significant reductions if the bill passes.

  2. 🗝️ 模範解答を表示

    5. They are concerned because they expect more people to need food assistance if SNAP is cut.

  3. 🗝️ 模範解答を表示

    6. A sudden increase

🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説

Source: https://www.npr.org/2025/07/03/nx-s1-5453708/obbb-big-beautiful-bill-snap-alabama-food-bank

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