Criticism arises over inaccurate portrayals of climate change in literature and film
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Criticism arises over inaccurate portrayals of climate change in literature and film
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 read a book or seen a movie that deals with climate change? Do you believe that climate fiction can be an effective way to raise awareness about environmental issues? 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。 topic /TOP-ik/ [noun] – a subject that is discussed, written about, or studied In English class, we discussed the topic of climate change and its impact on the environment. pattern /PAT-ern/ [noun] – a particular way in which something is done, is organized, or happens I noticed a pattern in the…
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Criticism arises over inaccurate portrayals of climate change in literature and film
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. portrayal /pawr-trey-uhl/ [noun] – the way that someone or something is described or represented in a painting, movie, book, or other artistic work The movie’s portrayal of the historical event was criticized for being inaccurate and misleading. flawed /flawd/ [adjective] – not perfect, or containing mistakes The experiment’s results were flawed because the sample size was too small and the methodology was questionable. combat /kuhm-BAT/ [verb] – to try to stop something unpleasant or harmful from happening or increasing Soldiers undergo extensive training to learn how to combat their enemies effectively in battle. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun]…
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Criticism arises over inaccurate portrayals of climate change in literature and film
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is climate fiction? Do you think climate fiction helps us better understand and respond to the challenges posed by climate change in our own lives and communities? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tackle /TAK-uhl/ [verb] – to try to deal with something or someone The coach taught the football players how to tackle properly to prevent injuries during games. crisis /KRAHY-sis/ [noun] – a time of great disagreement, confusion, or suffering The company went bankrupt due to the financial crisis that affected the entire country. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] –…
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US EPA proposes new restrictions on ethylene oxide to reduce cancer risks in communities and workers
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of sending out gas, heat, light, etc. The factory’s emission of harmful pollutants into the air was causing serious health problems for the nearby residents. disposable /dih-SPOH-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – intended to be thrown away after use Hospitals have switched to using disposable medical equipment to reduce the risk of infection and increase convenience for medical professionals. administration /ad-min-uh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the people in an organization who manage its business and operations The new administration has promised to focus on environmental issues and has already taken steps to increase funding for…
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US EPA proposes new restrictions on ethylene oxide to reduce cancer risks in communities and workers
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。 Are you aware that some gases can cause cancer? Did you know that toxic gas is used to sanitize medical devices and spices? 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。 limit /LIM-it/ [verb] – to control something so that it is not greater than a particular amount, number, or level The store limits the number of items that customers can buy to ensure that everyone can have a fair chance to purchase what they need. apply /uh-PLAHY/ [uh-PLAHY] – to have a connection or be important Since she is not…
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US EPA proposes new restrictions on ethylene oxide to reduce cancer risks in communities and workers
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US EPA proposes new restrictions on ethylene oxide to reduce cancer risks in communities and workers
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you have a Clean Air Act regulation in your city? Tell me about it. Do you think companies that use toxic gases in their operations affect the communities near them? In what ways? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chemical /KEM-i-kuhl/ [noun] – any basic substance that is used in or produced by a reaction involving changes to atoms or molecules The chemist carefully measured out the chemicals and added them to the mixture, hoping to achieve a reaction that would produce a new compound. standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a…
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Public phone charging kiosks pose ‘juice jacking’ threat
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. malicious /muh-LISH-uhs/ [adjective] – intended to harm or upset other people She was negatively affected by the malicious rumors about her friend. execute /EK-si-kyoot / [verb] – to do or perform something, especially in a planned way The lawyers executed the old couple’s last will. issue /ISH-oo / [verb] – to give, supply, or produce something official The company issued an official statement for the first time after the tax controversy. coin /koin/ [verb] – to invent a new word or expression, or to use one in a particular way for the first time For lack…
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Public phone charging kiosks pose ‘juice jacking’ threat
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