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。
- Do you think genetic factors can influence health conditions?
- Are you familiar with any new treatments that have been successful without causing significant side effects?
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。
- approved /uh-PROOVD/
- solution /suh-LOO-shun/
- sound /sownd/
- exist /ig-ZIST/
- community /kuh-MYOO-ni-tee/
[adjective] – officially agreed upon; accepted or authorized
Only approved candidates are allowed to participate in the upcoming election.
[noun] – a means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation
Using renewable energy sources is a possible solution to environmental challenges.
[noun] – vibrations that travel through the air and can be heard when they reach a person’s or animal’s ear
The sound of birds chirping in the morning is delightful.
[verb] – to have actual being; to be real
Many myths and legends exist in cultures around the world.
[noun] – a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common
The local community organized a cleanup event in the neighborhood.
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。
A recent Chinese study on January 25, 2024, brings hope for children facing a rare hearing issue linked to specific genetic problems. While initially focused on an inherited condition, the research suggests potential benefits for kids globally struggling with various genetic causes of hearing impairment. Many children worldwide face hearing difficulties due to genetic factors. The study explores the use of gene therapy, an advanced and approved method for addressing certain issues, as a potential solution for inherited hearing problems. In contrast to current interventions like cochlear implants, gene therapy shows promise for eliminating hearing loss. Scientists successfully repaired a gene in children’s ears, restoring their hearing without complications. Videos capturing the joy of children hearing sounds for the first time highlight the study’s success over the six-month duration. While concerns exist about the therapy’s long-term effectiveness and ethical considerations, engaging with the deaf community is crucial. Despite challenges, scientists remain optimistic about using gene therapy to alleviate hereditary deafness.
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。
- Gene therapy is a potential solution for all types of hearing problems.
- Cochlear implants are the only method for addressing inherited hearing problems.
- The recent Chinese study focused solely on children with acquired hearing difficulties.
- Scientists repaired a gene in children’s ears, leading to complications in hearing restoration.
- The study’s success was captured in videos showing children hearing sounds for the first time.
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。
| approved | solution | sound | exist | community |
- The ______ plan for the new playground ensures it meets safety standards for children.
- The teacher provided a step-by-step ______ to the math problem.
- Loud ______ can be damaging to your hearing over time.
- The evidence provided proves that such risks do ______ in this area.
- Online ______ provide a platform for people with shared interests to connect.