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 usually drink coffee?
- Have you ever tried different brewing methods for coffee?
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。
- decrease /dih-KREES/
- handle /HAN-dl/
- industry /IN-duh-stree/
- support /suh-PAWRT/
- remain /ri-MEYN/
[verb] – to become less, or to make something become less
The temperature is expected to decrease significantly in the coming days.
[verb] – to deal with, have responsibility for, or be in charge of
It’s important to find someone who can handle the responsibilities of this job.
[noun] – the people and activities involved in one type of business
The fashion industry is known for its fast-paced and ever-changing trends.
[verb] – to help someone emotionally or in a practical way
After the loss of his job, Sachi’s friends rallied around her to offer emotional support and assistance with her job search.
[verb] – to stay in the same place or in the same condition
Despite the challenges, the old traditions of the village remain strong.
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。
Arabica coffee, a unique type of coffee, is facing challenges due to unpredictable weather changes. By 2050, the availability of growing areas for this coffee may decrease, causing concern for farmers. Starbucks, a major coffee company, has initiated a ten-year project to develop new Arabica coffee varieties that can handle these changes. The company has created six different types of coffee, focusing on taste and quality, to grow faster and satisfy customers.Starbucks’ leader, Howard Schultz, is concerned about the impact of climate change on the coffee industry. In 2013, Starbucks invested in a Costa Rican farm to study the effects of weather changes on coffee growing. Schultz believes global cooperation is needed to address this issue, similar to the Paris Agreement. Starbucks is also supporting coffee farmers by sharing knowledge and providing support, ensuring the tradition of enjoying morning coffee remains.
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。
- Arabica coffee is facing challenges due to unpredictable weather changes.
- By 2050, the availability of growing areas for Arabica coffee may decrease.
- Starbucks’ project aims to make Arabica coffee varieties grow slower.
- Howard Schultz believes global cooperation is not needed to address the issue of climate change in the coffee industry.
- Starbucks is not providing any support to coffee farmers in facing climate challenges.
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。
| decrease | handle | industry | support | remain |
- The organization aims to __________ individuals in their pursuit of higher education by offering scholarships and mentorship programs.
- The company implemented cost-cutting measures to __________ expenses.
- Even after all these years, their friendship __________ unbreakable.
- The automotive __________ plays a crucial role in the economies of many countries around the world.
- Despite the challenging circumstances, she managed to __________ the project with grace and efficiency.