Monthly Archive: April 2024

Decline in Indian student numbers impacts Canadian universities

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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。 Have you ever considered studying abroad? Have you heard of instances where political issues between countries influenced students’ decisions to study abroad? 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。 decrease /DEE-krees/ [noun] – a reduction The decrease in temperature signaled the arrival of winter. apply /uh-PLAHY/ [verb] – to request something, usually officially, especially in writing or by sending in a form She applied for a scholarship by submitting a detailed application and supporting documents. involve /in-VOLV/ [verb] – to have a connection or association with certain actions or events…
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Decline in Indian student numbers impacts Canadian universities

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. permit /PUR-mit/ [noun] – an official document that allows you to do something or go somewhere He obtained a fishing permit to explore the protected wildlife area. allegedly /uh-LEJ-id-lee/ [adverb] – used when something is said to have been done but has not been proved The suspect allegedly stole the valuable artwork, but there is no concrete evidence to support the accusation. withdrawal /with-DRAW-uhl/ [noun] – the act or process of removing or taking back a significant portion of individuals from a particular location or activity The sudden withdrawal of financial support had a profound impact…
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Decline in Indian student numbers impacts Canadian universities

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think students choose to study abroad? What countries are you aware of that students from your country commonly choose for international studies or to pursue higher education? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. agent /EY-juhnt/ [noun] – individuals who are thought to be connected or associated with a particular organization or authority The investigators suspected several agents were involved in the covert operation. affect /uh-FEKT/ [verb] – to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something The ongoing weather changes…
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Unlocking ancient genetics reshapes views on multiple sclerosis and European traits

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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。 Have any areas of scientific research or breakthroughs captured your interest lately? Have you read any studies related to DNA? 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。 disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – (an) illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by infection or a failure of health rather than by an accident The outbreak of a contagious disease led to widespread concern among the population. defend /dih-FEND/ [verb] – to protect someone or something against infections or harmful effects The vaccines helped to defend the population against the spread of influenza….
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Unlocking ancient genetics reshapes views on multiple sclerosis and European traits

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. migration /mahy-GREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the movement of people from one place to another The rapid urbanization of the 20th century was fueled by a significant migration of rural populations seeking better opportunities in the cities. disorder /dis-AWR-der/ [noun] – an illness of the mind or body The doctor diagnosed her with a neurological disorder affecting her coordination and balance. arise /uh-RAHYZ/ [verb] – to start to happen or exist Concerns about the environmental impact of the new construction project began to arise among the local community. adaptation /ad-uhp-TEY-shuhn / [noun] – the process of changing to…
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Unlocking ancient genetics reshapes views on multiple sclerosis and European traits

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What areas of scientific research or breakthroughs have captured your interest lately? What comes to mind when you think about DNA? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. individual /in-duh-VIJ-oo-uhl/ [noun] – a single person or thing, especially when compared to the group or set to which they belong Each individual in the team contributed unique skills to achieve the project’s success. major /MEY-jer/ [adjective] – more important, bigger, or more serious than others of the same type The company made a major investment in new technology to improve its operations. infection…
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Biden Administration unveils $207 million financial commitment to boost domestic fertilizer and renewable energy projects

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. administration /ad-min-uh-STREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the officials in the highest positions of a government, considered as a group The Biden administration announced a significant financial commitment for domestic projects. incur /in-KUR/ [verb] – to become subject to or bring upon oneself (usually something undesirable, such as expenses or losses) Farmers may incur additional costs if they don’t adopt sustainable practices. engage in /en-GEYJ in/ [phrasal verb] – to participate or be involved in an activity Many people in rural areas engage in agricultural production for their livelihoods. installation /in-stuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act or process of installing…
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