Monthly Archive: July 2023
Professional Tennis Athlete Disqualified from Match due to Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever watched a live tennis game? If so, how was your experience? If not, would you like to? Do you know any specific individuals who have been disqualified from a sport or competition? If so, please share the details of what happened. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [verb] – to refuse She politely declined the invitation to the party. frustration /fruh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the feeling of being annoyed or less confident because you cannot achieve what you want, or something that makes you feel like this…
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Titanic wreck replicated in groundbreaking underwater scanning project
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Titanic? Would you want to visit its remains? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The book offers a comprehensive guide to cooking techniques for beginners. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er / [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden The archaeologists carefully excavated the site to uncover ancient artifacts. utmost /UHT-mohst/ [adjective] – used to emphasize how important or serious something is The firefighters acted quickly and with the utmost bravery to save…
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Titanic wreck replicated in groundbreaking underwater scanning project
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. wreck /rek/ [noun] – a vehicle or ship that has been destroyed or badly damaged The divers exploring the depths of the ocean discovered the remnants of a centuries-old wreck. refrain /ri-FREYN/ [verb] – to avoid doing or stop yourself from doing something Despite the tempting aroma, I refrained from eating the chocolate cake to stick to my diet. stern /sturn / [noun] – the back part of a ship or boat The crew members worked diligently to clean and maintain the stern of the fishing boat. hail /heyl / [verb] – to publicly praise or…
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Titanic wreck replicated in groundbreaking underwater scanning project
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 familiar with the Titanic? Would you be interested to know what happened the night it sank? 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。 technique /tek-NEEK/ [noun] – a way of doing an activity that needs skill The basketball player’s shooting technique was flawless, allowing him to score consistently from any position on the court. disturb /dih-STURB/ [dih-STURB] – to move or change something from its usual position or arrangement The wind disturbed the sand, creating ripples on the surface of the beach. data /DEY-tuh/ [noun] – information, especially…
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New accessibility tools for iPhone and iPad set to aid disabled users
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 enjoy using mobile devices? Do you think people with disabilities struggle to use mobile devices? 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。 user /YOO-zer / [noun] – someone who uses a product, machine, or service The user logged into their account to access the online platform. security /si-KYOOR-i-tee/ [si-KYOOR-i-tee] – the protection of information against being stolen or used wrongly or illegally The password should be strong and unique to enhance the security of your online accounts. introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to put something into use, operation, or…
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New accessibility tools for iPhone and iPad set to aid disabled users
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with disabilities that some of the people you know struggle with? Tell me about it. How do these disabilities affect their day-to-day activities? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. individual /in-duh-VIJoo-uhl / [noun] – a single person or thing, especially when compared to the group or set to which they belong We value the unique perspectives and contributions of each individual. vision /VIZH-uhn/ [noun] – the ability to see With his glasses on, his vision became clear and focused. privacy /PRAHY-vuh-see/ [noun] – someone’s right to keep their…
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New accessibility tools for iPhone and iPad set to aid disabled users
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interaction /in-ter-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – an occasion when two or more people or things communicate with or react to each other The interaction between the teacher and students in the classroom facilitates active learning and knowledge exchange. commonly /KOM-uhn-lee / [adverb] – often or usually Coffee and tea are commonly consumed beverages around the world. inclusive /in-KLOO-siv/ [adjective] – An inclusive group or organization tries to include many different types of people and treat them all fairly and equally The event aimed to create an inclusive atmosphere where people from diverse backgrounds could come together. mode /mohd…
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