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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 the concept of farming?
- Have you ever come across farming that involves the arts?
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。
- approach /uh-PROHCH/
- cultural /KUHL-cher-uhl /
- creative /kree-EY-tiv/
- imagination /ih-maj-uh-NEY-shuhn/
- benefit /BEN-uh-fit/
[noun] – a way of considering or doing something
His approach to problem-solving involves careful analysis and creative thinking.
[adjective] – relating to the habits, traditions, and beliefs of a society
The festival showcased various cultural performances from around the world.
[adjective] – producing or using original and unusual ideas
The artist’s creative use of colors brought the painting to life.
[noun] – the ability to form pictures in the mind
Children’s books often encourage the use of imagination through imaginative storytelling.
[verb] – to provide an advantage or positive outcome to something
The initiative to convert historical buildings into community art centers has begun to benefit the city by drawing in tourists and providing a platform for local artists to showcase their work.
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。
In the beautiful rice fields of Ban Khon Sung, Thailand, farmer Tanyapong Jaikham has turned his fields into vibrant artworks, featuring colorful cartoon cats made from seedlings. Working with a skilled team, Tanyapong strategically planted the seedlings in different spots, creating charming scenes like a sleeping cat hugging a fish. Using GPS coordinates and an initial sketch, the project expects many tourists and cat lovers to visit Chiang Rai’s northern province. As the seedlings grow, they become a lively portrait of Cooper, the modeled cat, during the final harvest. Viewing towers are being constructed to offer a panoramic view of the captivating artwork, celebrating creativity and boosting tourism and agriculture perceptions beyond just food.Beyond attracting tourists, Tanyapong sees an educational opportunity, especially for young people interested in the blend of art and technology. This innovative approach highlights how rice fields can become canvases, contributing to the community’s cultural and economic aspects. As Thailand, the second-largest rice exporter globally, targets shipping 8.5 million metric tons this year, this creative mix of agriculture and art demonstrates how imagination can intertwine to benefit the local economy.
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。
- Tanyapong Jaikham has turned his rice fields into vibrant artworks featuring cartoon cats made from seedlings.
- Tanyapong strategically planted the seedlings in specific locations to create charming scenes in his rice fields.
- The project anticipates attracting many tourists and cat enthusiasts to Chiang Rai’s northern province.
- The seedlings in the rice fields transform into a lively portrait of a cat named Cooper during the final harvest.
- Viewing towers are being constructed to provide a panoramic view of the captivating artwork in the rice fields.
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。
| approach | cultural | creative | imagination | benefit |
- Building with LEGO bricks encourages children to unleash their ____________, constructing imaginative worlds and stories.
- The teacher adopted a hands-on and interactive ____________ to make learning more engaging for the students.
- The chef’s ____________ use of spices and unconventional ingredients resulted in a menu that delighted diners with unique flavors.
- The museum exhibits a wide array of artifacts representing the rich and diverse ____________ history of the region.
- Implementing green technology in manufacturing not only reduces environmental impact but also __________ the company by significantly cutting down energy costs and attracting eco-conscious customers.