Monthly Archive: August 2023

Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Maldives?  What do you think are some of the negative impacts of resorts on the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The organization launched an initiative to provide clean drinking water to underprivileged communities. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of keeping something the same or of preventing it from being damaged The national park has strict regulations in place to ensure the preservation of its unique ecosystems….
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The resort partners with local communities to protect their environment and promote sustainability. minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz / [verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount The driver took a shorter route to minimize travel time and fuel consumption. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Conservation efforts are underway to restore and rehabilitate degraded habitats, promoting biodiversity and ecosystem resilience. awareness…
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

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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。 Are you familiar with the Maldives? Do you think resorts should minimize their environmental impact? 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。 resort /ri-ZAWRT/ [noun] – a place where many people go for rest, sport, or another stated purpose The luxury resort boasts elegant accommodations, fine dining options, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem The community came together to find a collaborative solution to address the local housing shortage. nursery /NUR-suh-ree/ [noun] – a place where plants and trees are grown The…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. blend /blend/ [noun] – a mixture of different things or styles In the kitchen, the chef carefully prepared a delicious smoothie by combining various fruits into a perfect blend. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Lisa used a variety of colorful illustrations to enhance her presentation, making it more engaging and captivating for the audience. inclusion /in-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – the act of including someone or something as part of a group, list, etc., or a person or thing that is included The school organized an event to promote inclusion…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are energy drinks, and what are their main purposes or intended effects? How do energy drinks affect physical performance and cognitive function, and are these effects sustained or temporary? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions that you take in order to achieve a result I watched the baking show on TV, and I learned the step-by-step process of making a delicious chocolate cake. balanced /BAL-uhnst / [adjective] – containing an equal amount or number of similar things or people Sarah enjoyed playing…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

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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 consumed an energy drink? Do you find energy drinks to be effective in providing a boost of 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。 ingredient /uhng-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a food that is used with other foods in the preparation of a particular dish Flour is an important ingredient in baking cakes and bread. damage /DA-muhj/ [noun] – harm or injury The storm caused a lot of damage to the houses in the neighborhood. performance /per-FAWR-muhns/ [noun] – the act or process of performing a task, function,…
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India expands travel horizons

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. completion /kuhm-PLEE-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of finishing something that you are doing or making The completion of the project marked a significant milestone in their journey towards success. infrastructure /IN-fruh-struhk-cher / [noun] – the basic systems and services, such as transport and power supplies, that a country or organization uses in order to work effectively The government is investing in improving the infrastructure of the city by constructing new roads and bridges. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The company launched a recycling initiative to…
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