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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。
- Are you familiar with Tesla vehicles?
- Have you envisioned how vehicles might look in the future?
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。
- design /dih-ZAHYN/
- require /ri-KWAHYUHR/
- confirm /kuhn-FURM/
- former /FAWR-mer/
- vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/
[noun] – the plan, structure, or arrangement of elements within an object or system
The design of the new smartphone emphasizes both functionality and sleek aesthetics.
[verb] – to need something or make something necessary
Studying hard will require dedication and commitment to achieve good grades.
[verb] – to establish or verify with certainty
The lab tests will confirm the authenticity of the diamond.
[adjective] – of or in an earlier time; before the present time or in the past
The former CEO of the company retired three years ago.
[noun] – a machine, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on land
The electric vehicle requires charging regularly to operate efficiently.
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。
Tesla’s new Cybertruck design has caught the experts’ attention because of its strong stainless-steel structure and sharp edges. Safety professionals, after seeing Tesla’s crash test videos, are concerned about possible dangers for people walking, cycling, or driving near this truck. Despite many views on social media, experts say they require more detailed crash test results to confirm its safety.Adrian Lund, a former leader at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, worries the Cybertruck’s toughness might cause more harm in accidents. While Elon Musk claims the truck is very safe, Tesla has not addressed experts’ safety concerns. The Cybertruck’s unique appearance intrigues fans, but safety experts are unsure about its safety features, especially for those outside the vehicle. They believe it might not protect people well in crashes and could have trouble meeting European safety rules. In the U.S., regulators trust carmakers to ensure vehicle safety, yet concerns persist about the Cybertruck’s safety and potential crashes. Experts want more tests before widespread use.
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。
- Tesla’s new Cybertruck design has attracted attention due to its robust stainless-steel structure and distinct sharp edges.
- Safety professionals have expressed concerns regarding potential dangers for pedestrians, cyclists, or drivers near the Cybertruck after viewing Tesla’s crash test videos.
- Experts have highlighted the necessity for more comprehensive crash test results to accurately determine the Cybertruck’s safety.
- Elon Musk has assured experts that the Cybertruck is entirely safe, addressing all concerns about potential dangers for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Regulators in the U.S. are confident in the Cybertruck’s safety, considering it meets European safety rules, and they have no concerns about potential crashes.
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。
| design | require | confirm | former | vehicle |
- The investigation will __________ the suspect’s alibi for the night of the incident.
- The delivery __________ transported packages across the city.
- Learning a new language __________ regular practice and dedication to progress.
- He was a __________ resident of the city before moving abroad for work.
- The architect presented the __________ for the eco-friendly house to the clients.