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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。
- Have you ever visited a zoo?
- What animal do you find most interesting?
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。
- attraction /uh-TRAK-shuhn/
- entertain /en-ter-TEYN/
- fur /fur/
- keeper /KEE-per/
- figure /FIG-yer/
[noun] – a feature or event that draws attention or interest
The Eiffel Tower is a major tourist attraction in Paris.
[verb] – to provide amusement or enjoyment
The magician’s performance entertained the children at the party.
[noun] – the dense, soft hair covering the body of certain animals
The rabbit’s fur is soft and warm.
[noun] – a person who takes care of animals or is in charge of valuable objects, a building, etc.
The keeper of the museum showed us around the exhibits.
[noun] – a person or character who is well-known, notable, or recognized in a particular setting
As a famous actor, she is often seen as a role model and a public figure admired by many.
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。
Junjun, an 11-month-old brown bear cub, is a star attraction at a zoo in Shanghai, China. Standing about 1 meter tall and weighing over 35 kg, he charms visitors with his playful antics. Whether splashing in a water trough or playing with his favorite toy, a tire, Junjun never fails to entertain. Even on quiet weekdays, people visit frequently, captivated by his fluffy fur and lively behavior, which some say make him resemble a playful puppy. His cuteness has also taken social media by storm, where videos and photos of him have gone viral. Many fans note his resemblance to Duffy, the popular Disney teddy bear.Junjun is the first cub born to his parents at the zoo and was hand-raised by keepers. They provide him with toys and treats like beef, apples, and honey to keep him healthy and happy. His boundless energy delights visitors as he runs, plays, and interacts with keepers. Yang Junjie, his caretaker, says Junjun loves chasing his keepers and often pauses to let them catch up before running again. His playful personality has made him a beloved figure at the zoo and a social media sensation.
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。
- Junjun is a 5-year-old brown bear cub.
- Junjun is known for his quiet and calm behavior.
- Junjun was raised by his parents at the zoo.
- Junjun is often compared to a lion due to his size.
- Junjun’s videos and photos have become popular on social media.
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。
| attraction | entertain | fur | keeper | figure |
- The cat has soft _________.
- She became a famous __________ in the city.
- The lighthouse __________ watched over the coast for years.
- She loves to __________ guests with her cooking and stories.
- The new movie became an __________ for audiences of all ages.