Monthly Archive: August 2024
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2024年8月17日
©REUTERS/Amel Emric Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some famous parks in your city or country? What makes them unique? What do you know about Vincent van Gogh? Can you name some of his famous works or describe his style of painting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cottage /KOT-ij/ [noun] – a small house, usually in the countryside They spent their summer vacation in a cozy cottage by the lake. pattern /PAT-ern/ [noun] – repeated decorative designs or arrangements The blanket was made with colorful patterns and designs. swirl /swurl/ [noun] – patterns or…
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2024年8月16日
©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why are the Olympics considered important? What kinds of challenges might athletes face when preparing for the Olympics? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. strength /strengkth/ [noun] – the ability to do things that need a lot of physical or mental effort She admired his strength when he lifted the heavy box with ease. technique /tek-NEEK/ [noun] – a method or way of doing something skillfully, especially one that requires special knowledge or practice The artist learned several techniques to improve her painting skills. halftime /HAF-tahym/ [noun] – a break…
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2024年8月16日
©REUTERS 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 watched a wrestling match? Can you name one famous athlete from your country who has won a medal at the Paris Olympics? 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。 compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to take part in a contest or competition Many athletes compete in the annual marathon. match /mach/ [noun] – a contest or competition between two or more people or teams The soccer match was thrilling, with both teams playing very well. opponent /uh-POH-nuhnt/ [noun] – a person who someone is competing against in…
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2024年8月16日
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2024年8月16日
©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state or condition of being in control or having the most influence The team’s dominance over their rivals was clear after they won every game of the season. tally /TAL-ee/ [noun] – a count or record of the number of items, points, or votes The tally of votes was completed by the end of the evening. precise /pri-SAHYS/ [adjective] – exact and accurate The scientist provided precise measurements for the experiment. pin /pin/ [verb] – to hold someone or something firmly in place, often used in a sports context The…
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2024年8月15日
©AP Photo/Frank Franklin 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。 Did you watch any of the competitions from the 2024 Paris Olympics? Did you know that breakdancing was included for the 2024 Paris Olympics? 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。 defeat /dih-FEET/ [verb] – to win against someone in a fight, war, or competition They defeated the other players in the game. judge /juhj/ [verb] – to form, give, or have as an opinion, or to decide about something or someone, especially after thinking carefully The teacher judged the students’ art projects fairly. experienced /ik-SPEER-ee-uhnst/ [adjective]…
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2024年8月15日
©AP Photo/Frank Franklin Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. triumph /TRAHY-uhmf/ [verb] – to achieve a great victory or success The team triumphed in the final game, winning the championship. intricate /IN-tri-kit/ [adjective] – having a lot of small parts or details that are arranged in a complicated way and are therefore sometimes difficult to understand, solve, or produce The artist’s painting was filled with intricate patterns that took hours to create. spontaneity /spon-tuh-NEY-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being spontaneous and natural rather than planned or forced Her spontaneity made the trip more fun as she planned activities on the spot….
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2024年8月15日
©AP Photo/Frank Franklin Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Did you watch any of the competitions from the 2024 Paris Olympics? If so, which ones? If not, are there any competitions you would like to watch? Did you know that breakdancing was included for the 2024 Paris Olympics? Do you think it was a good idea to add it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. victorious /vik-TAWR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – having won a victory or having achieved success in a contest or competition After a hard-fought battle, they emerged victorious over their rivals. captivating /KAP-tuh-veyt/ [verb] – to…
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2024年8月15日
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2024年8月14日
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