China’s exports surge 8.7% in August amid sluggish domestic economy
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China’s exports surge 8.7% in August amid sluggish domestic economy
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。 Does government policy cause a weak economy? Does a decrease in imports contribute to a weak economy? 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。 strong /strawng/ [adjective] – effective; of a good quality or level and likely to be successful She has a strong voice that can be heard from far away. low /loh/ [adjective] – below the usual or expected level or amount The water level in the lake is low this summer because of the lack of rain. drop /drop/ [verb] – to move to a lower level,…
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China’s exports surge 8.7% in August amid sluggish domestic economy
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sluggish /SLUHG-ish/ [adjective] – moving or operating more slowly than usual and with less energy The old computer was so sluggish that it took minutes to open a file. counter /KOUN-ter/ [verb] – to react to something with an opposing force or action The manager tried to counter the complaints with better customer service. ramp up /RAMP-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to increase or raise the level of something The company decided to ramp up production to meet the holiday demand. expect /ik-SPEKT/ [verb] – to think or believe that something will happen We expect the weather…
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China’s exports surge 8.7% in August amid sluggish domestic economy
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What causes a weak economy? How might a weak economy affect people’s daily lives? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. export /ek-SPAWRT/ [noun] – The action of sending goods to another country for sale. The company handles the export of electronics to several countries. volume /VOL-yoom/ [noun] – the number or amount of something in general The volume of water in the tank is very high. expand /ik-SPAND/ [verb] – to increase in size, number, or importance The company plans to expand its operations next year. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a…
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Greece to impose cruise ship tax on popular islands to combat overtourism
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What factors make a destination appealing to tourists? What vacation spots would you like to visit someday, and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – the continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it; or a situation causing mental or emotional strain The deadline for the project created a lot of pressure for the entire team. policy /POL-uh-see/ [noun] – a set of ideas or a plan of what to do in particular situations that has been agreed to officially…
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Greece to impose cruise ship tax on popular islands to combat overtourism
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impose /im-POHZ/ [verb] – to officially force a rule, tax, punishment, etc. to be obeyed or received The government decided to impose a new tax on luxury goods to increase revenue. overwhelm /oh-ver-WELM/ [adjective] – to be too much to deal with The students were overwhelmed by the amount of homework they received before the holidays. influx /IN-fluhks/ [noun] – a large arrival or entry of people or things The city experienced an influx of new residents after the tech company opened its headquarters there. clarify /KLAR-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something clear or easier to…
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Greece to impose cruise ship tax on popular islands to combat overtourism
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 been to Greece? What one word comes to mind when you think of Greece? 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。 tax /taks/ [noun] – a required payment to the government, often used to fund public services and infrastructure The government introduced a new tax on luxury cars to increase revenue. permanent /PUR-muh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – lasting or intended to last indefinitely without change The permanent residents of the small town enjoy a quiet and peaceful lifestyle throughout the year. peak season /peek SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the time of…
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Greece to impose cruise ship tax on popular islands to combat overtourism
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Ancient Roman tombs with mythological murals to open in Southern Israel’s new educational park
©AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg 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 historical sites help us understand past cultures and societies? Are conservation projects important for preserving our history and environment? 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。 educational /ej-oo-KEY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – relating to the process of educating or the quality of being educational This book is very educational for young students. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or assets; rich The wealthy family lives in a big house. city /SIT-ee/ [noun] – a large town with many buildings and people She moved…
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Ancient Roman tombs with mythological murals to open in Southern Israel’s new educational park
©AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mythological /mith-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to or based on myths or mythology The ancient temple featured mythological creatures carved into the walls, representing gods and heroes. urban development /UR-buhn dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the growth and expansion of cities, including buildings, roads, and other infrastructure Urban development in the city led to new parks and better transportation systems. aristocrat /uh-RIS-tuh-krat/ [noun] – a member of the highest social class, usually with inherited wealth or status The aristocrat donated a large sum of money to support the local art museum. restoration /res-tuh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the…
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