“Spider-Man: No Way Home:” Everything we need to know
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“Spider-Man: No Way Home:” Everything we need to know
©Marvel Studios, Sony, Columbia Pictures Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like watching superhero movies? Why or why not? When was the last time you watched in a movie theater? Please share your experience. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rumored /ROO-merd/ [adjective] – used to refer to a fact or piece of news that might be true or invented, and quickly spreads from person to person The band is rumored to have a comeback next month. hit /hit/ [verb] – to arrive at a place, position, or state The show’s new season will hit…
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“Spider-Man: No Way Home:” Everything we need to know
©Marvel Studios, Sony, Columbia Pictures Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you like watching superhero movies? Who is the most powerful superhero for you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 await /uh-WEYT/ [verb] – to wait for or be waiting for something The band’s most awaited comeback is finally happening. accidentally /ak-si-DEN-tl/ [adverb] – by chance or by mistake Oh, no! I accidentally sent the e-mail to the wrong person! unleash /uhn-LEESH/ [verb] – to let happen or begin something powerful that, once begun, cannot be controlled In the middle of the show, the…
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“Spider-Man: No Way Home:” Everything we need to know
©Marvel Studios, Sony, Columbia Pictures Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. installment /in-STAWL-muhnt/ [noun] – one of the parts of something, such as a show or movie, that is experienced as part of a series over a period of time “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” is the third and last installment of Disney’s popular musical film. trilogy /TRIL-uh-jee/ [noun] – a series of three books, plays, movies, etc. written about the same situation or characters, forming a continuous story My brother is a solid fan of “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy. prior /PRAHY-er/ [adjective] – existing or happening before something…
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide
© Shutterstock via britannica.com Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. respiratory /RES-per-uh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – relating to breathing Symptoms of the illness include respiratory problems and nausea. ordinance /AWR-dn-uhns/ [noun] – a law or rule made by a government or authority The city ordinance indicates that parks must be closed at 11 p.m. observatory /uhb-ZUR-vuh-tawr-ee/ [noun] – a building from which scientists can watch the planets, the stars, the weather, etc. Scientists at the observatory are currently observing the possible thunderstorm forming. seismic /SAHYZ-mik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by an earthquake Seismic activities were detected in Mt. Fuji. thermal /THUR-muhl/ [adjective]…
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide
© Shutterstock via britannica.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 What comes to mind when you hear the term “natural disasters”? What natural disaster does your country often experience? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 evacuate /ih-VAK-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to move people from a dangerous place to somewhere safe Locals were ordered to evacuate due to the flood. officer /AW-fuh-ser/ [noun] – a person who has a position of authority in an organization The personnel officer who interviewed you will give you feedback. allow /uh-LOU/ [verb] – to give permission for someone to do something,…
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide
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Vulcano residents evacuate due to high levels of carbon dioxide
© Shutterstock via britannica.com Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. For you, what is the worse natural disaster and why? How can we prepare for natural disasters? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volcanic /vol-KAN-ik/ [adjective] – of, relating to, or made by a volcano A volcanic island has been discovered off the north coast of Australia. carbon dioxide /KAHR-buhn dahy-OK-sahyd/ [noun] – the gas formed when carbon is burned, or when people or animals breathe out Carbon dioxide emissions should be stabilized. forbid /fer-BID/ [verb] – to not allow something, or to order someone not to…
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Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you have an Apple gadget? Which do you like better, iPhones or other smartphones? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give someone something that they need This book provides beneficial information on the services available in the area. blog /blawg/ [noun] – a regular record of your thoughts, opinions, or experiences that you put on the internet for other people to read She has a food blog where she posts recipes, cooking suggestions, and restaurant reviews. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [adjective] – (especially of equipment),…
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Apple will finally allow you to repair your iPhone on your own
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. component /kuhm-POH-nuhnt/ [noun] – a part that combines with other parts to form something bigger The factory manufactures electrical components for automobiles. desire /dih-ZAHYUHR/ [verb] – to want something, especially strongly Everything you could possibly desire was available at the hotel. provider /pruh-VAHY-der/ [noun] – someone who provides something The bank has grown to become a major provider of financial services to the industrial sector. gadget /GAJ-it / [noun] – a small device or machine with a particular purpose I’ve got a clever little gadget for opening jars. authorized /AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – having official permission to…
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