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。
- Have you ever sent a letter or package through a postal service?
- Have you ever used a postal service to receive a package or letter from someone else?
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。
- wonder /WUHN-der/
- ancient /EYN-shuhnt/
- communicate /kuh-MYOO-ni-keyt /
- essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/
- progress /PROG-res/
[verb] – to ask yourself questions or express a wish to know about something
I wonder what the weather will be like tomorrow.
[adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time
My grandma showed me an ancient coin that she found in her garden.
[verb] – to share information with others by speaking, writing, moving your body, or using other signals
We use telephones and computers to communicate with people who live far away.
[adjective] – necessary or needed
Water is essential for our survival. We need to drink it every day.
[noun] – movement to an improved or more developed state, or to a forward position
She’s making progress in her English class. She can now understand and speak more words than before.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
Have you ever wondered where the idea of sending letters and packages through the mail came from? The answer might surprise you.
The origins of the postal service can be traced back to ancient Persia, where the Achaemenid Empire established a formal postal system known as the Chapar Khaneh. This system utilized horseback riders to deliver messages across the vast empire, enabling the government to communicate quickly and efficiently. The Chapar Khaneh was not just a means of communication for the Achaemenid Empire but also a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the ancient Persians. Their system paved the way for future postal systems and communication technologies that we rely on today. Even though technology has transformed the way we communicate, it’s essential to remember the history of the postal service and appreciate its contribution to global progress.
It’s fascinating to think that a system created over two millennia ago can still have a significant impact on our lives today. As we navigate an increasingly interconnected world, let’s take a moment to appreciate the ancient Persians’ innovative spirit and their contribution to the development of communication technology.
The origins of the postal service can be traced back to ancient Persia, where the Achaemenid Empire established a formal postal system known as the Chapar Khaneh. This system utilized horseback riders to deliver messages across the vast empire, enabling the government to communicate quickly and efficiently. The Chapar Khaneh was not just a means of communication for the Achaemenid Empire but also a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the ancient Persians. Their system paved the way for future postal systems and communication technologies that we rely on today. Even though technology has transformed the way we communicate, it’s essential to remember the history of the postal service and appreciate its contribution to global progress.
It’s fascinating to think that a system created over two millennia ago can still have a significant impact on our lives today. As we navigate an increasingly interconnected world, let’s take a moment to appreciate the ancient Persians’ innovative spirit and their contribution to the development of communication technology.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- The postal service originated in ancient Persia.
- The Chapar Khaneh was a formal postal system.
- The Chapar Khaneh was only used for communication by the government.
- The postal service has not contributed to global progress.
- Technology has transformed the way we communicate.
Fill in the blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| wonder | ancient | communicate | essential | progress |
- A pencil is an ______ tool for writing. You can use it to write notes or draw pictures.
- She looked up at the stars and ______ if there were aliens living on other planets.
- It’s important to ______ your feelings to your friends and family so they can understand how you are feeling.
- The Pyramids of Giza are ______ structures that were built over 4,500 years ago.
- The construction of the new building is making ______. The workers have finished laying the foundation and are starting to build the walls.