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 know what a solar storm is?
- Do you think solar storms are predictable events?
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。
- warning /WAWR-ning/
- spectacle /SPEK-tuh-kuhl/
- London /LUN-duhn/
- spacecraft /SPEYS-kraft/
- folk /fohk/
[noun] – a statement or event that alerts people to possible danger or trouble
The weather forecast issued a warning about the incoming storm.
[noun] – a visually striking performance or display
The fireworks show was a spectacular spectacle in the night sky.
[noun] – the capital city of England and the United Kingdom
London is famous for its historical landmarks like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
[noun] – a vehicle or device designed for travel or operation in outer space
The spacecraft successfully landed on Mars, marking a historic achievement.
[noun] – people in general, especially those of a particular group or region
Folk in rural areas often have unique traditions passed down through generations.
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 potent solar storm hit Earth, triggering dazzling Northern Lights visible across the Northern Hemisphere. The NOAA issued an early warning about the storm, unusual for its timing. The spectacle was seen even in London and southern England, with Europeans sharing stunning photos. While power plants and spacecraft operators were cautioned, regular folks did not need to take special actions. The Northern Lights might reach as far south as Alabama and Northern California, albeit fainter. Historically, in 1859, a solar storm was so intense that the Northern Lights were seen in Central America. Such storms can disrupt power and communication systems, as seen in a 2003 event. The recent storm, fueled by solar flares since May 15, signals peak activity in the sun’s 11-year cycle. This serves as a reminder of the potent and unpredictable nature of space weather, keeping scientists and skywatchers alert.
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。
- Solar storms never affect Earth’s communication systems.
- The recent solar storm triggered the Northern Lights visible only in the Southern Hemisphere.
- NOAA issued a late warning about the recent solar storm.
- Power plants and spacecraft operators were not advised to take precautions during the recent solar storm.
- The recent solar storm was fueled by solar flares since April 15.
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。
| warning | spectacle | London | spacecraft | folk |
- The ______ in this neighborhood are very friendly and always ready to help each other.
- The flashing red lights served as a ______ to the drivers that the bridge ahead was closed.
- The circus performance was a delightful ______ for the children.
- My cousin lives in ______, so I’m planning to visit her next summer.
- Astronauts on the ______ did experiments to study zero gravity.