Monthly Archive: January 2024

New island emerges in Pacific near Japan’s Iwo Jima

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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。 Is land formed in different geographical locations around the world through various processes? Have you ever heard of or seen a newly formed island? 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。 appear /uh-PEER/ [verb] – to become visible or noticeable; to come into existence The magician made a rabbit appear out of his hat. natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – existing in or produced by nature; not made or caused by humans Fresh fruits are a natural source of vitamins. experience /ik-SPEER-ee-uhns/ [verb] – to have knowledge or skill resulting from doing…
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New island emerges in Pacific near Japan’s Iwo Jima

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proximity /prok-SIM-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being near or close in distance or relationship The proximity of the new island to Iwo Jima is of great interest to scientists. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to regard something as being caused by or originating from a particular source or factor Scientists attribute the island’s formation to the eruption of an underwater volcano. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt / [verb] – to gather or collect gradually over time The materials expelled from the volcano accumulated and formed the new island. lifespan /LAHYF-span/ [noun] – the duration of time that something, such…
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New island emerges in Pacific near Japan’s Iwo Jima

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is land formed in different geographical locations around the world? Can you provide examples of different processes that lead to the formation of land? Have you ever heard of or seen a newly formed island? If so, how do you think such islands are created? If not, have you ever been curious about natural phenomena like islands forming? If so, what sparked your interest in such topics? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volcano / vol-KEY-noh / [noun] – a mountain or hill with a vent through which molten rock…
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University of Colorado Boulder researchers unearth revolutionary insights

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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 some animals have stripes on their bodies? Have you ever wondered why zebras have stripes? 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。 scientific /sahy-uhn-TIF-ik / [adjective] – relating to or based on the methods and principles of science The scientific method is used to conduct experiments and gather data. stripe /strahyp/ [noun] – long, narrow bands of color or texture that are different from the surrounding areas Tigers have distinctive stripes on their bodies that help them blend into tall grass. challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – a difficult task or…
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University of Colorado Boulder researchers unearth revolutionary insights

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals do you know of that have stripes on their bodies? How do these stripes help them in their natural habitats? Have you ever wondered why zebras have stripes? What are some possible explanations for their stripes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/ [verb] – to carry out or perform a particular action, experiment, or investigation The scientist will conduct an experiment to test the new hypothesis. leopard /LEP-erd / [noun] – a large, wild cat with a distinctive pattern of dark spots on its fur We saw…
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University of Colorado Boulder researchers unearth revolutionary insights

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the process of being formed or created, or the result of this process The formation of a snowflake is a beautiful natural process. realm /relm/ [noun] – a field or domain of activity or interest, often used to describe a particular area or scope The realm of science is filled with discoveries waiting to be made. frontier /fruhn-TEER/ [noun] – the outer limits or boundaries of an area, field, or knowledge, often suggesting exploration and expansion Pioneers explored the frontiers of the American West in the 19th century. underlying /UHN-der-lahy-ing/ [adjective]…
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WHO reports post-pandemic TB response recovery, urges faster target achievement

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©Provided by Forbes 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 any knowledge or information about tuberculosis (often abbreviated as TB)? Is tuberculosis a common health problem in your country? 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。 challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – (the situation of being faced with) something that needs great mental or physical effort in order to be done successfully and therefore tests a person’s ability Completing a marathon was a personal challenge she had always wanted to conquer. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – forward or onward movement towards a goal, improvement, or development The…
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WHO reports post-pandemic TB response recovery, urges faster target achievement

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©Provided by Forbes Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diagnosis /dahy-uhg-NOH-sis/ [noun] – a judgment about what a particular illness or problem is, made after examining it The doctor’s swift and accurate diagnosis allowed for timely treatment of the patient’s condition. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect on something His health began to deteriorate due to the adverse side effects of the medication. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] – to make something known publicly, or to show something that was hidden The whistleblower decided to disclose the company’s unethical practices to the public, shedding light on the hidden truth. commence…
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