Monthly Archive: January 2017
Tornadoes kill 18 in southern US
The relentless weather over the weekend brought powerful tornadoes and storms to the states of Georgia and Mississippi. The fast-moving storms caused relentless devastation to many homes. Tornadoes have killed at least 18 people and injured more than 50 others so far in southeastern part of the United States. A resident recalled the ghastly experience of large tree branches hurling in the air and water from a pond splashing everywhere. The Governor of Georgia declared a state of emergency in the affected area on Sunday to ease support for residents and to assess damage. US weather authorities are advising them to stay in a safe place in a sturdy building….
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Tornadoes kill 18 in southern US
Pre-reading questions: Have you ever experienced a disaster? What are some kinds of disasters? What kind of disasters are common in your country? Areas in the southern part of the United States were hit by tornadoes causing 18 people to die while leaving 50 people wounded. The strong tornadoes and storms were brought by the severe weather in states of Georgia and Mississippi. These calamities caused casualties and damages in homes, roofs, cars, and trees. Some people shielded themselves in buildings which were left standing after the tornado. Georgia was declared under state of emergency in the badly affected area to give support to the residents and to evaluate the…
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Tornadoes kill 18 in southern US
Pre-reading questions: Have you seen a tornado? What do you think causes a tornado? The states of Georgia and Mississippi were hit by powerful tornadoes. The tornadoes caused by severe weateher killed 18 people and injured at least 50 people. The tornadoes damaged homes, cars, and trees. Some people stayed in buildings which were still standing after the tornado. The government told its people to stay safe in a strong building. Vocabulary: powerful- [adjective] strong tornado- [noun] whirlwind injured- [verb] hurt damage- [verb] break government- [noun] the management or control of a political power True or False: The state of Chicago was hit by powerful tornadoes. The tornadoes killed 50…
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Rural areas offer good life
Most people in their twenties and right after college have preferred to live in a hustle and bustle of a big city – eager to accomplish and achieve something. Facing a large amount of work load, working in a stable and secured company, and making friends with everybody everyday can be a lot of fun. But in Japan, this kind of notion is changing. Younger Japanese generation now opt to live in rural areas. A 29-year-old mother, Kanako Sato, is one of the many who have chosen to live in a slow-paced and secluded area. It all started back when she was doing her volunteer work – cultivating the land,…
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Rural areas offer good life
Pre-reading questions: Have you visited other prefectures in your country? Do you have any favorite cities? Which is better, the urban life or the rural life? Why? Most retired people settle themselves in a rural area. They want to live in a secluded place. Nowadays, young people are considering to live in a slow life. Relocating themselves in a farm life and in fishing villages is a good start. A 29-year-old mother said that she can benefit a lot in slow living over the busy life of the city. People in rural areas can help villagers with their farming and fishing activities. Their culture comes from agriculture and from nature….
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Rural areas offer good life
Pre-reading questions: Where is your hometown? Do you like your hometown? Why? Would you rather see mountains or buildings? Some people want to live peacefully. They want to live in a private place. People want to benefit in slow living away from the city life. Some people say they are satisfied with their current life. Now, most retired people are moving to rural areas. Vocabulary: private – [adjective] for the use of a single person or group city life – [noun] a life that’s experienced in the city retired – [adjective] not working anymore living away – [verb] to live away from home True or False:…
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New NTT West Corp. job interview program
The new NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone) West Corp. system was developed to analyze students’ practice job interviews. “I want the students to discover their good points and become confident,” said Tomoko Kojiri, associate professor of information engineering at Kansai University. Through camera and microphone, the system monitors facial expressions and counts how many times the speaker utters interjections. Moreover, a wristband checks the pulse and hand movements of the interviewee. But their attitudes and mannerisms can also affect the results. The results can be used to correct eye movements, gestures, and ways of speaking. Kansai University conducted mock interviews with 17 students last August and September. According to…
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