Monthly Archive: August 2024

Famous couple dominates Box Office

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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。 Is the success of a movie at the box office related to its genre? Does the superhero genre typically perform better at the box office than other genres? 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。 film /film/ [noun] – a movie or a series of moving images shown on television or in a cinema The film about space exploration was shown in theaters worldwide. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something accomplished, especially by superior ability, special effort, or great courage Winning the competition was a major achievement for the team. broad…
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Famous couple dominates Box Office

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. clash /klash / [noun] – refers to a situation where two or more events, are competing against each other The two soccer teams had a clash on the field, and the referee had to stop the game. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning The sunset was remarkable, with the sky painted in shades of pink and orange. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to be greater than a number or amount, or to go beyond a limit The students were happy to exceed their goal of raising money for charity. scenario…
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Famous couple dominates Box Office

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What makes a movie successful at the box office? How do movie genres (e.g., superhero, romantic drama) affect a movie’s box office performance? Which genre do you think typically performs best? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another in a series without interruption The team won three consecutive games, making them the champions. globally /GLOW-buh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that affects or includes the whole world The singer’s album was popular globally, with fans from many different countries. accomplishment /uh-KOM-plish-muhnt / [noun]…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

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©REUTERS/Tom Little Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What might cause a government agency to decide to ban a food product? How does social media help promote and shape opinions about food products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part The pizza contains a variety of fresh vegetables and cheese. vomiting /VOM-i-ting/ [noun] – the act of emptying the contents of the stomach through the mouth The medication can cause various side effects, including dizziness and vomiting. lift /lift/ [verb] – to remove or…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

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©REUTERS/Tom Little 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 like spicy food? Do spicy foods have any health benefits? 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。 ban /ban/ [verb] – to forbid (refuse to allow) something, especially officially The school banned the use of cell phones during class. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a food that is used with other foods in the preparation of a particular dish Sugar is a common ingredient in many desserts. harbor /HAHR-ber/ [noun] – a place on the coast where ships can dock, sheltered from rough waters The fishermen brought…
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Spicy ramen returns to Copenhagen after partial ban lifted by Danish authorities

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©REUTERS/Tom Little Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fiery /FAHYUHR-ee/ [adjective] – having a strong, intense, or burning quality The chef prepared a fiery curry that left everyone reaching for water. intoxication /in-tok-si-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a state of poisoning or harmful effects on the body caused by consuming a substance in excessive amounts The patient’s symptoms of dizziness and confusion were signs of intoxication from ingesting toxic berries. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or to judge in a particular way The dish was deemed too salty by the taste testers, prompting the chef to adjust the seasoning. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] –…
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Sweden defeats Germany and Japan in dramatic table tennis semifinals

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©REUTERS/Piroschka Vandewouw Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legendary /LEJ-uhn-der-ee/ [adjective] – very famous and admired or spoken about The legendary explorer’s stories inspired generations of adventurers. consistent /kuhn-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate She was known for her consistent effort in every project she undertook. streak /streek/ [noun] – a continuous period of specified success or failure The team is on a winning streak after securing their fifth consecutive victory. secure /si-KYOOR/ [verb] – to ensure or guarantee something By winning the final match, the team secured…
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Sweden defeats Germany and Japan in dramatic table tennis semifinals

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©REUTERS/Piroschka Vandewouw 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 played table tennis before? Do you follow the 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。 prevent /pri-VENT/ [verb] – to stop something from happening or to make sure it does not occur. She took precautions to prevent any accidents. defeat /dih-FEET/ [noun] – the fact of losing against someone in a fight or competition, or when someone or something is made to fail The team faced a tough defeat in the final match. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the work or profession that someone does…
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