Monthly Archive: May 2023

Friendship: More than just a source of joy

2023年5月11日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the benefits of having friends? What qualities do you look for in a close friend, and why are these important to you? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. laughter /LAF-ter/ [noun] – the act or sound of laughing The sound of laughter filled the room as the comedian told his funny jokes, making everyone in the audience smile and forget their worries for a while. appreciate /uh-PREE-shee-eyt / [verb] – to recognize how good someone or something is and to value them or it I really appreciate your help…
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Reactivating the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant

2023年5月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. watt /wot/ [noun] – the standard measure of electrical power In order to power a small electric motor, you would need at least 100 watts of electrical power. administration /ad-min-uh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – a period of government, or the people who are in government The new administration in the country has promised to prioritize job creation and economic growth as part of its platform for the upcoming term. skeptical /SKEP-ti-kuh/ [adjective] – doubting that something is true or useful Despite the company’s claims, many consumers remain skeptical about the effectiveness of the new weight-loss supplement. robust /roh-BUHST/…
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Reactivating the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant

2023年5月10日

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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 what a nuclear power plant is? Do you know the role of nuclear power in global energy production and its projected future? 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。 despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite feeling tired, she studied hard for her upcoming exam. recently /REE-suhnt-lee/ [adverb] – not long ago, or at a time that started not long ago Recently, I started learning how to play the guitar. valuable /VAL-yoo-uh-buhl,/ [adjective] – important, useful, or…
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Beginner

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Reactivating the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant

2023年5月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a nuclear power plant? Do you think a nuclear power plant has a lot of advantages? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nuclear power plant /NOO-klee-er POU-er plant/ [noun] – a type of power plant that use the process of nuclear fission in order to generate electricity. A nuclear power plant is a facility that uses nuclear reactions to generate electricity, but it requires strict safety measures to prevent accidents. generate /JEN-uh-reyt/ [verb ] – to cause something to exist Wind turbines are designed to…
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Intermediate

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The fascinating history and culinary significance of idlis

2023年5月9日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like rice cakes? Why or why not? Have you ever tried any interesting or unique flavors of rice cakes? If so, what did you think of them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exotic /ig-ZOT-ik/ [adjective] – unusual and exciting because of coming (or seeming to come) from far away, especially a tropical country My friend brought back an exotic fruit from her vacation in Thailand that I had never seen or tasted before. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions or events performed to make something or…
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Intermediate

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The fascinating history and culinary significance of idlis

2023年5月9日

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dive into /dahyv IN-too/ [phrasal verb] – to start doing something suddenly and energetically, often without stopping to think To fully understand the topic, it’s important to dive into the details and analyze them carefully. simplicity /sim-PLIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the fact that something is easy to understand or do I prefer the simplicity of a pencil and paper over the complexity of a computer program when it comes to taking notes. nutritional /noo-TRISH-uhn-nl/ [adjective] – relating to nutrition To maintain good health, it’s important to eat a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutritional foods…
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The fascinating history and culinary significance of idlis

2023年5月9日

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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 rice cakes? Have you ever eaten idlis before? 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。 spice up /spahys uhp/ [phrasal verb] – If you spice up something you add excitement or interest to it Maria decided to spice up her presentation by adding some colorful images and fun facts. flour /flouuhr/ [noun] – powder made from grain, especially wheat, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, pastry, etc. To make a cake, you need flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. signature /SIG-nuh-cher/ [noun] – used to refer to the…
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Beginner

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