Monthly Archive: January 2024
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2024年1月22日
©REUTERS/Nicoco Chan 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 heard about Disney’s Zootopia before? Do you know what kind of theme or story might be featured in a Zootopia-themed attraction at a Disney resort? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to bring something new to someone’s attention or to present something for the first time The teacher will introduce a new student to the class tomorrow. attraction /uh-TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – something that makes people want to go to a place or do a particular thing The theme park has many…
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2024年1月22日
©REUTERS/Nicoco Chan Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine the main characters in Zootopia might be like? What kind of adventures or challenges do you think the characters could face? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. represent /rep-ri-ZENT/ [verb] – to symbolize or stand for something The national flag represents the unity and identity of our country. magical /MAJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – having qualities of magic; enchanting, extraordinary, or producing a sense of wonder The garden was filled with magical flowers that glowed in the moonlight. domestic /duh-MES-tik/ [adjective] – relating to a person’s own…
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2024年1月22日
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2024年1月21日
©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images 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 a tree in your backyard? Have you ever heard about planting trees to help the environment? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – a vigorous or determined attempt to achieve something, often involving strenuous exertion or undertaking With great effort, she completed the challenging hike to the mountain summit. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do As…
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2024年1月21日
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2024年1月21日
©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images 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 school launched an initiative to promote mental health awareness among students. allocate /AL-uh-keyt / [verb] – to distribute or designate resources, such as funds or time, for a particular purpose or task The project manager decided to allocate additional funds to speed up the completion of the construction project. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The tech company introduced innovative features in its latest smartphone model. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing…
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2024年1月21日
©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about trees, and why are they important? Have you ever planted a tree or seen someone planting a tree? If yes, can you share your experience? If not, what do you think might be involved in planting a tree? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who is a member of a particular country and who has rights because of being born there or because of being given rights, or a person who lives in a particular…
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2024年1月20日
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a volcanic eruption, and how does it impact the surrounding areas? Can you recall any recent or historical volcanic eruptions and their consequences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. threat /thret/ [noun] – a statement or indication that someone or something is likely to cause harm or danger The government issued a threat warning, urging citizens to stay vigilant during the potential volcanic eruption. earthquake /URTH-kweyk / [noun] – the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth’s lithosphere that…
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2024年1月20日
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2024年1月20日
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 know what volcanic eruption is? Does volcanic eruption impact the surrounding areas? 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。 serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – having important or severe consequences The earthquake was serious, causing buildings to shake. possibility /pos-uh-BIL-i-tee / [noun] – The state or fact of being possible. There was a possibility of a volcanic eruption in the region. embassy /EM-buh-see / [noun] – the official residence or offices of an ambassador in a foreign country The ambassador resides in the embassy in Washington, D.C. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective]…
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