Monthly Archive: October 2024

Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submerged /suhb-MURJD/ [adjective] – to describe something that stays under the surface of the water The submerged ruins of the ancient city can only be seen during low tide. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place of safety or shelter Many sought refuge in the mountains during the dangerous storm that hit the city. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to prepare and organize for active service or to move into action The community mobilized volunteers to help clean up after the flooding incident. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental Teamwork is…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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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。 Are hurricanes different from other types of storms? Do you prepare for natural disasters before they hit? 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。 floodwater /FLUHD-waw-ter/ [noun] – water that covers an area during a flood The floodwaters rose quickly, covering the streets and homes. neighbor /NEY-ber/ [noun] – someone who lives near you My neighbor invited us over for dinner last night. together /tuh-GETH-er/ [adverb] – with each other, at the same time or place Let’s study together for the math test tomorrow. federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to…
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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the purpose of a moon in space? Can you think of any specific ways that Earth’s moon affects our planet? Can you name some planets that have moons? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scheduled /SKEH-joold/ [adjective] – arranged for a particular time The meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday at 10 AM. instrument /IN-struh-muhnt/ [noun] – a tool or device used for a specific purpose, especially in science or music The doctor used a special instrument to check my heartbeat. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or…
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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

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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。 Does Earth’s moon affect our planet in specific ways? Do other planets have moons? 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。 prepare /pri-PAIR/ [verb] – to make something or someone ready for something I will prepare my bag for school. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time, but not exactly that number or time The train arrives in approximately ten minutes. believe /bih-LEEV/ [verb] – to think that something is true or real I believe in fairytales and magic. layer /LEY-er/ [noun] – a level of…
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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prime /prahym/ [adjective] – main or most important; of the best quality The restaurant is known for serving prime steak, which is of excellent quality. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [adverb] – on or onto a ship, aircraft, or other vehicles Once aboard, everyone settled in for the long flight. house /houz/ [verb] – to provide space for something; to give a home to something The building housed several offices and a large conference room. vent /vent/ [noun] – an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to escape or enter The kitchen has a vent to let out…
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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory

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©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to rise very quickly to a high level The company’s stock prices soared after the successful product launch. deplete /dih-PLEET/ [verb] – to use up or reduce the amount of something The hikers quickly depleted their supply of water during the long trek. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – causing a strong feeling of sadness or emotion The movie’s poignant ending left the audience in tears. acclaim /uh-KLYEM/ [noun] – public approval and praise The young pianist received widespread acclaim after her stunning performance at the concert. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to…
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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory

Novel Prize

©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon 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 prefer fiction or nonfiction? Are you familiar with any Nobel Prize winners in literature? 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。 run out /RUHN-out/ [phrasal verb] – to finish, use, or sell all of something, so that there is none left We need to buy more coffee because we ran out this morning. connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to establish a relationship or emotional link with someone or something The teacher tried to connect with her students by sharing personal stories from her own life. shocked /shokt/…
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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory

Novel Prize

©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What genre of books do you enjoy reading the most? Why? Do you prefer fiction or nonfiction? What do you think are the benefits of each? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. novelist /NOV-uh-list / [noun] – a person who writes novels The novelist spent years developing the characters for her new book. stock /stok/ [noun] – the goods or merchandise available for sale The store needs to reorder its stock of winter clothing. pride /prahyd/ [noun] – a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get because you…
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