Monthly Archive: February 2025
Genetic discovery shapes human speech evolution
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。 Would you like to learn how animals talk to each other? Have you ever tried to communicate without using words? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to examine or investigate something thoroughly Scientists have long explored how climate change affects animal migration patterns. development /dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of growth, change, or improvement The development of renewable energy has helped reduce pollution. language /LANG-gwij/ [noun] – a system of communication used by people in a particular country or community Learning a new language can…
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.
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 small earthquakes can still cause damage? Would you want to learn more about why earthquakes happen? 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。 strike /strahyk / [verb] – to hit or attack someone or something forcefully or violently: The strong wind may strike the trees and break some branches. coast /kohst/ [noun] – the land next to the sea We walked along the coast and saw the ocean. depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance from the top to the bottom The lake has a depth of ten…
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pronounced /pruh-NOUNST/ [adjective] – very noticeable or certain The difference between the two paintings was pronounced, making it easy to compare. conduit /KON-dwit/ [noun] – a way of connecting one thing to another, or a pipe that carries liquid or wires The internet serves as a conduit for fast communication between people worldwide. compromised /KOM-pruh-mahyzd/ [adjective] – weakened or made worse The compromised bridge was closed to traffic due to structural damage from the earthquake. seismologist /sahyz-MOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies earthquakes and the movement of the Earth’s crust The seismologist examined the data…
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you suddenly felt a small earthquake, what would be the first thing you do? How do you think people feel when they experience an earthquake for the first time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tremor /TREM-er/ [noun] – a slight shaking movement in a person’s body or in the ground The small tremor made the windows shake for a few seconds. seismic /SAHYZ-mik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by an earthquake Scientists use special tools to study seismic activity under the ground. proliferate /pruh-LIF-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to increase…
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Beluga calf born at Shedd Aquarium after four years
©(AP Photo/Erin Hooley) 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 baby animals need special care after they are born? Would you like to help choose a name for a baby animal? 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。 team /teem/ [noun] – a group of people or animals working together toward a common goal The soccer team practiced every day to prepare for the big tournament. diver /DAHY-ver/ [noun] – a person who swims underwater, usually with special equipment. Divers explored the coral reef to study the marine life. difficult /DIF-i-kuhlt/ [adjective] – hard…
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Beluga calf born at Shedd Aquarium after four years
©(AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supervision /soo-per-VIZH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of watching and directing an activity to ensure it is done correctly or safely The construction site operated under strict supervision to prevent accidents. inhabit /in-HAB-it/ [verb] – to live in or occupy a place Many species of birds inhabit the dense forests of South America. exhibit /ig-ZIB-it/ [verb] – to show a particular quality, behavior, or ability The young athlete exhibits great determination in every competition. toddler /TOD-ler/ [noun] – a young being (usually a child) in the early stages of development and learning basic skills…
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Beluga calf born at Shedd Aquarium after four years
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Beluga calf born at Shedd Aquarium after four years
©(AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could take care of a baby sea animal, which one would you choose? Why? How do you think animals communicate with each other? Can you think of any examples? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ensure /en-SHOOR/ [verb] – to make sure that something happens or is done correctly The teacher checked all the students’ papers to ensure there were no mistakes. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the top layer of something The frog jumped to the surface of the pond to get some air. welcome /WEL-kuhm/…
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