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。
- Could someone face challenges when dealing with a massive object like a retired airplane?
- Is it possible to think of other ways to add convenience to unconventional living spaces?
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。
- retired /ri-TAHYUHRD/
- bold /bohld/
- approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee /
- penny /PEN-ee/
- creative /kree-EY-tiv/
[adjective] – no longer in service or use
The retired teacher spent her time volunteering at the local library.
[adjective] – Not afraid of taking risks; daring
She made a bold decision to start her own business.
[adverb] – about; roughly
The journey will take approximately three hours.
[noun] – a small monetary unit of various countries, equal to one hundredth of a dollar, euro, or other decimal currency uni.
She found a penny on the sidewalk and picked it up for good luck.
[adjective] – having the ability to think imaginatively and inventively
The artist’s creative approach to painting was admired by everyone.
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。
Bruce Campbell’s incredible journey from acquiring a 10-acre piece of land in Hillsboro, Oregon, to transforming a retired Boeing 727 into his distinctive home is a fascinating tale of creativity and resourcefulness. Initially planning to construct a unique home from repurposed old freighters, Campbell’s direction changed when he found inspiration from Joanne Ussery, who had successfully turned a Boeing 727 into a home in Mississippi. In 1999, Campbell took a bold step, buying a Boeing 727 from Olympic Airways for $100,000. However, challenges arose; transporting the massive aircraft from Athens, Greece, became a logistical puzzle, resulting in additional costs of approximately $120,000. Despite the financial obstacles, Campbell remained determined, believing that the airplane’s unique features and potential for transformation justified every penny spent. Campbell turned a Boeing 727 on a 10-acre plot into a unique living space by blending original airplane elements with modern comforts. The minimalist aircraft lifestyle includes repurposed plane parts for daily necessities like a futon, microwave, and toaster. His story exemplifies creative thinking, turning unconventional dreams into a functional Boeing 727 home—a unique blend of individuality and resourcefulness.
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。
- Bruce Campbell bought a Boeing 727 from Olympic Airways for $50,000.
- The challenges in transporting the airplane from Athens, Greece, did not result in additional costs.
- The living space in the Boeing 727 includes only original airplane elements without any modern comforts.
- Joanne Ussery inspired Campbell to turn a retired Boeing 727 into a home.
- The article mentions that Campbell’s journey involved both creativity and resourcefulness.
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。
| retired | bold | approximately | penny | creative |
- There were ______ 50 people at the event.
- After many years of service, the old car was ______ and replaced with a new one.
- The explorer took a ______ step into the unknown.
- The ______ use of recycled materials turned the old building into a beautiful art installation.
- Saving every ______ helped him buy a new bicycle.