Monthly Archive: July 2022
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2022年7月21日
©https://pixabay.com/photos/apple-watch-iphone-apple-technology-1694985/ 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 watches? Do you like technology? 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。 battery /BAT-uh-ree/ [noun] – a device that produces electricity to provide power for radios, cars, etc You’ll run the battery down if you leave your car lights on. could /KOOD/ [verb] – past simple of “can”, used to talk about what someone or something was able or allowed to do We asked if the computer could access the internet. able /EY-buhl/ [adjective] – to have the necessary physical strength, mental power, skill, time, money,…
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2022年7月21日
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2022年7月21日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like new technology? Why or why not? Do you think smartwatches are useful? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. technology /tek-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – new machinery and equipment that has been developed using scientific knowledge or processes Electric technology is amazing. fitness /FIT-nis/ [noun] – the condition of being physically strong and healthy I’m trying to improve my fitness by cycling to work. workout /WURK-out/ [noun] – a period of physical exercise Always wear good shoes for your workout. fever /FEE-ver/ [noun] – a medical condition in…
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2022年7月21日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. casing /KEY-sing/ [noun] – a covering that protects something A metal casing enclosed the cable. diagonally /dahy-AG-uh-nl-lee/ [adverb] – in a straight and sloping way that is not horizontal or vertical, for example joining two opposite corners of a square or other flat shape with four sides It’s quickest if you cut diagonally across the park. metrics /ME-triks/ [noun] – a set of numbers that give information about a particular process or activity Do you have any metrics on the rate of usage for the service? aluminum /uh-LOO-muh-nuhm/ [noun] – a chemical element that is a…
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2022年7月20日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which do you think is better: a mud house or a concrete one? Please elaborate on your answer. Have you seen a mud structure? What do you think of it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. environmentally friendly /en-vahy-ruhn-MUHN-tl-lee FREND-lee/ [adjective] – not harmful to the environment, or trying to help the environment The company will use environmentally friendly energy sources. majority /muh-JAWR-i-tee/ [noun] – the larger number or part of something The majority of the employees are here. mud /muhd/ [noun] – earth that has been mixed with water His…
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2022年7月20日
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2022年7月20日
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. founder /FOUN-der/ [noun] – someone who establishes an organization She is the founder and manager of the business. reconstruction /ree-kuhn-STRUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of building or creating something again that has been damaged or destroyed The reconstruction of the building must begin tomorrow. residence /REZ-i-duhns / [noun] – a home This is the president’s official residence. withstand /with-STAND/ [verb] – to be strong enough, or not be changed by something, or to oppose a person or thing successfully The building is designed to withstand earthquakes. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – extreme She stood in the intense…
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2022年7月20日
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 know a famous city? Do you use mud in construction in your country? 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。 architect /AHR-ki-tekt/ [noun] – a person whose job is to design new buildings and make certain that they are built correctly The architect checked the building of the mall. ancient /EYN-shuhnt / [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time People have lived in the cave since ancient times. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the physical situation that someone or something…
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2022年7月19日
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 support renewable sources of power? Do you have wind farms in your country? 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。 coast /kohst/ [noun] – the land next to or close to the ocean The accident happened one kilometer off the coast. employment /em-PLOI-muhnt/ [em-PLOI-muhnt] – work that you are paid to do for a particular company or organization She was unable to find employment. produce /pruh-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something or bring something into existence She works for a company that produces wine. contract /KON-trakt/ [noun] –…
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2022年7月19日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you do for a living? Do you think wind farms are an efficient source of energy? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a suggestion, sometimes a written one His proposal is not acceptable. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to cause something to exist Her latest film has generated a lot of support. eager /EE-ger/ [adjective] – having or showing desire or interest The call for volunteers attracted a large number of eager participants. economy /ih-KON-uh-mee/ [noun] – the system of trade and…
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