No penguin chicks survive as sea ice vanishes

admin 2024年1月6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 have knowledge about penguins and their natural habitats?
Are you familiar with the behaviors or characteristics commonly linked to penguins?

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。

research /ri-SURCH/

[noun] – a detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding
The team conducted extensive research to uncover the underlying causes of the phenomenon they were studying.

climate /KLAHY-mit/

[noun] – the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place
The tropical rainforest has a warm and humid climate that supports a diverse range of plant and animal species.

float /floht/

[verb] – to stay on the surface of a liquid and not sink
When you place a piece of wood in water, it usually floats because its density is lower than that of water.

coast /kohst/

[noun] – the land next to or close to the sea
The family enjoyed a relaxing vacation by the coast, spending their days on the sandy beaches.

smart /smahrt /

[adjective] – intelligent, or able to think quickly or intelligently in difficult situations
Emily’s quick thinking and smart decision-making helped her navigate the challenging problem with ease.

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。

Research has discovered a big change in how Emperor penguins in Antarctica have babies because of the changing climate. These penguins, known for their special ways and needing ice, are facing a different world.

Normally, they have babies on strong ice during the cold Antarctic winter. But the ice is changing because the Earth is getting warmer. This means penguins are changing how they do things. Some are now having babies on icebergs that float in the sea, and others are going closer to the coast. This shows how smart these penguins are, finding new ways to keep their kind safe. But there are problems too. Where they have babies affects how many there are and if they’re safe. People who study animals are watching these changes to understand what will happen. This shows that even places far away are changing because of the climate, and we need to help these penguins and where they live.

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。

Emperor penguins are unable to adapt to changing ice conditions and are facing extinction due to climate-related challenges.
Emperor penguins are known for their unique breeding habits, which traditionally involve nesting on stable ice during the cold Antarctic winter.
The study of Emperor penguins’ responses to changing ice conditions has no relevance to the broader understanding of climate change’s effects.
The changing climate is leading to alterations in ice conditions in Antarctica, which is impacting the breeding habits of Emperor penguins.
Climate change has no impact on the ice conditions in Antarctica, and Emperor penguins’ habitats remain stable.

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。

research

climate

float

coast

smart

The local farmers have been adapting their agricultural practices due to the changing __________ patterns affecting their region.
The children built sandcastles along the __________, collecting seashells and enjoying the gentle breeze from the sea.
Her groundbreaking __________ on genetics has led to significant advancements in our understanding of inherited diseases.
The new AI-powered device is incredibly __________, capable of understanding complex commands and providing accurate responses.
We watched the small boat slowly __________ across the calm lake as the sun set in the distance.