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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。
- Have you ever heard about satellites or spacecraft that are used for various purposes?
- Are you familiar with the concept of energy efficiency and ways to conserve energy?
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。
- develop /dih-VEL-uhp/
- provide /pruh-VAHYD/
- smart /smahrt /
- climate /KLAHY-mit/
- improvement /im-PROOV-muhnt /
[verb] – to invent something or bring something into existence
Scientists develop new vaccines to protect people from diseases.
[pruh-VAHYD] – to give someone something that they need
Teachers provide students with knowledge and guidance to help them learn and grow.
[adjective] – intelligent
She made a smart choice by investing in a reliable and energy-efficient vehicle.
[noun] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place
The climate in this region is usually hot and dry, with very little rainfall.
[noun] – an occasion when something gets better or when you make it better
I practiced playing the violin every day, and I noticed a significant improvement in my skills.
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。
HotSat-1, an advanced satellite from California, improves energy efficiency in UK buildings. Developed by Satellite Vu, it studies how buildings use energy, saving money. More satellites acting as “sky thermometers” provide temperature data for different places. HotSat-1 identifies heat-contributing areas like parking lots, aiding city planners in planting trees for cooler cities. This data helps businesses make smarter decisions. HotSat-1 is a big step towards greener buildings, supporting the UK’s climate goals. With more satellites, exciting uses for temperature data are expected, creating a sustainable future through space technology.HotSat-1 is a big step forward in making buildings greener and saving energy. By finding areas that need improvement and providing useful information, it helps homeowners save money and supports the UK’s climate goals. With more satellites from Satellite Vu, we can expect even more exciting ways to use temperature data. HotSat-1 is leading the way to a future where space technology helps us create a more sustainable world.
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。
- Satellite technology plays a crucial role in monitoring and addressing environmental concerns.
- HotSat-1 was developed by a company called SpaceTech.
- City planners can use satellite data to strategically plant trees and create cooler urban environments.
- HotSat-1’s main mission is to study wildlife habitats.
- Satellite Vu is a government agency rather than a private company.
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。
| develop | provide | smart | climate | improvement |
- My brother is very _____ and always gets good grades in school.
- Scientists study the _______ to understand how it is changing and its impact on the planet.
- The new paint on the walls gave the room a fresh and clean look, showing an ___________ in its appearance.
- Supermarkets _______ a wide range of food products for customers to choose from.
- Engineers _______ innovative solutions to improve transportation systems.
Listening: