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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 a giraffe named Benito?
- Do you think Benito might have any special abilities?
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。
- face /feys/
- southeast /south-EEST/
- suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl/
- voice /vois/
- improvement /im-PROOV-muhnt/
[verb] – to confront or experience something challenging or difficult
She had to face her fear of heights when climbing the mountain.
[adjective] – the direction between south and east
The sun rises in the southeast every morning.
[adjective] – appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose or condition
The comfortable shoes were suitable for a long walk in the park.
[noun] – a particular opinion or attitude expressed
The community united its voice to protest against the construction of the new highway.
[noun] – the act or process of making something better or more satisfactory
Regular exercise can lead to a noticeable improvement in overall health.
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。
Benito, the wonderful giraffe, is now moving from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, to his new home at Africam Safari in Puebla. This change comes after activists from the Save Benito group expressed concerns about the unsuitable conditions for him at Central Park in Ciudad Juarez. Since May, Benito has faced tough weather in Ciudad Juarez, enduring hot summers and cold winters, with temperatures dropping to 9°C (48°F) on his departure day. The careful relocation involved using a crane to lift Benito, placing him in a large box, and then transporting him on a truck for a 50-hour road journey to Africa Safari. This precise operation, carried out on a Sunday, is closely watched by vigilant veterinarians. Africam Safari, about 150 km southeast of Mexico City, not only offers better weather but also the company of seven other giraffes for Benito. The move is a victory for the Save Benito movement, highlighting their dedication to prioritizing the well-being and suitable living conditions of animals in captivity and echoing the united voice advocating for Benito’s improvement.
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。
- Benito is moving from Africam Safari in Puebla to Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
- The Save Benito group raised concerns about the conditions for Benito at Central Park in Ciudad Juarez.
- Benito has only faced hot summers in Ciudad Juarez since May.
- The relocation involved using a crane to place Benito in a small box.
- Africam Safari is located northwest of Mexico City.
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。
| face | southeast | suitable | voice | improvement |
- The treasure on the map was buried in the __________ corner of the island.
- In a democracy, citizens have the right to use their __________ to vote for their preferred leaders.
- Sarah couldn’t _________ her excitement when she received the surprise birthday party invitation.
- Learning a new language requires consistent practice for continuous __________ in language skills.
- Casual attire is not __________ for the formal event; please dress in formal wear.