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 felt unsafe or uncomfortable online?
- Do you think social media platforms should be responsible for harmful content?
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。
- propose /pruh-POHZ/
- measure /MEZH-er/
- safety /SEYF-tee/
- combat /KOM-bat/
- prevent /pri-VENT/
[verb] – to suggest a plan or idea for others to consider
She proposed a new activity for the school event.
[noun] – a plan or action taken to achieve a result
The government introduced new measures to improve education.
[noun] – the condition of being protected from danger or harm
The school has rules to ensure students’ safety.
[verb] – to try to stop something harmful or bad
The government is working to combat pollution.
[verb] – to stop something from happening or someone from doing something
Drinking water helps prevent dehydration.
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。
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez proposed a detailed plan on January 24 to improve social media regulations in the European Union. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the prime minister outlined measures to enhance online safety and protect democratic values. The proposal includes three key actions: mandatory real-identity registration for social media users, increased algorithm transparency, and executive accountability for violations. These measures aim to combat misinformation, cyber harassment, and the growing influence of major technology companies. Sánchez stressed that social media platforms must be regulated like essential resources to prevent harm.
The plan also includes a “European digital identity wallet” to link pseudonyms to verified identities while allowing anonymity for lawful activities. Critics argued it might restrict freedom of expression. The proposal strengthens the EU’s Digital Services Act, with the European Centre for Algorithm Transparency monitoring algorithmic practices. Sánchez emphasized the need for timely action to address risks from unregulated platforms.
The plan also includes a “European digital identity wallet” to link pseudonyms to verified identities while allowing anonymity for lawful activities. Critics argued it might restrict freedom of expression. The proposal strengthens the EU’s Digital Services Act, with the European Centre for Algorithm Transparency monitoring algorithmic practices. Sánchez emphasized the need for timely action to address risks from unregulated platforms.
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。
- The plan was presented on January 24.
- The proposal includes mandatory anonymous registration for social media users.
- One of the measures aims to make algorithms more transparent.
- The plan does not address misinformation or cyber harassment.
- Critics argued that the proposal might restrict freedom of movement.
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。
proposed | measures | safety | combat | prevent |
- Education helps to ______ poverty in communities.
- The teacher ______ a solution to the class problem.
- These ______ aim to ensure everyone is safe.
- Wearing a helmet improves your ______ when cycling.
- The new rules ______ accidents in the playground.