Monthly Archive: February 2025

University of Michigan becomes world’s largest holder of snake specimens after major donation

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – something shown or examined as an example; a typical example The scientist collected a specimen of the rare flower for study. indicator /IN-di-key-ter/ [noun] – something that shows what a situation is like or signals a change Dark clouds are an indicator of an approaching storm. facilitate /fuh-SIL-i-teyt/ [verb] – to make something possible or easier Good lighting will facilitate reading in the library. genetics /juh-NET-iks/ [noun] – the study of how characteristics are passed from one generation to another She studied genetics to learn how traits are inherited in families. meticulous…
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University of Michigan becomes world’s largest holder of snake specimens after major donation

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever visited a museum with animal specimens? If so, what did you find interesting? If not, would you like to visit one? Do you think snakes are important for science? If yes, why? If not, what animals do you think are more important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transfer /trans-FUR/ [noun] – the process of moving something from one place to another The transfer of the books took all day. primarily /prahy-MAIR-uh-lee/ [adverb] – mainly This book is primarily written for beginners. acquisition /ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act…
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University of Michigan becomes world’s largest holder of snake specimens after major donation

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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 museum with animal specimens? Do you think snakes are important for science? 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。 university /yoo-nuh-VUR-si-tee/ [noun] – a place where people study for degrees and academic research is done She studies at a big university. museum /myoo-ZEE-uhm/ [noun] – a building where people can see important objects We visited the art museum today. donation /doh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – money or objects given to help They made a donation to the school. collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a group of objects gathered…
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Ancient Greece linked to world’s oldest lead pollution

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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。 Do you know that pollution harms the environment? Are you aware that mining affects the 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。 pollution /puh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – damage caused to water, air, etc., by harmful substances or waste Air pollution in big cities is a serious environmental problem. evidence /EV-i-duhns/ [noun] – something that makes you believe something is true or exists The evidence shows he was at home. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to prove that something is true or correct The experiment confirmed the scientist’s hypothesis. inclusion /in-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun]…
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Ancient Greece linked to world’s oldest lead pollution

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of sending out gas, heat, light, etc. The car’s emission of smoke caused air pollution in the city. integration /in-ti-GREY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of combining two or more things to work together effectively The integration of technology into schools has improved learning. intensified /in-TEN-suh-fide/ [adjective] – to become or make something stronger or more extreme The storm intensified overnight, causing more damage. extensively /ik-STEN-siv-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that covers a large area or involves a lot of something She has traveled extensively across Europe for her studies….
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Ancient Greece linked to world’s oldest lead pollution

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about pollution and how it affects the environment? What do you know about how mining affects the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – something that you give or do to help something be successful His contribution to the project helped it finish on time. contamination /kuhn-tam-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something dirty or harmful by adding something bad The water was unsafe due to contamination from chemicals. archaeological /ahr-kee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to the study of ancient places and objects…
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Pug Rescue South Africa provides safe haven for abandoned dogs

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sanctuary /SANGK-choo-er-ee/ [noun] – a place of safety, protection, or refuge The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe home for injured and endangered animals. dispute /dih-SPYOOT/ [noun] – disagreement or argument between people or groups The ongoing disputes between the two companies delayed the finalization of their contract. prone /prohn/ [adjective] – likely to experience or suffer from something Children who do not get enough sleep are more prone to colds and flu. unforeseen /uhn-for-seen/ [adjective] – not expected or predicted The company faced unforeseen challenges when launching its new product overseas. conscientious /kon-shee-EN-shuhs/ [adjective] – wishing…
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Pug Rescue South Africa provides safe haven for abandoned dogs

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think are some challenges of having a pet? Why do you think it’s important to learn about a pet’s needs before adopting one? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abandoned /uh-BAN-duhnd/ [adjective] – left behind or given up on The shelter takes in abandoned cats that were left on the streets. volunteer /vol-uhn-TEER/ [noun] – a person who does something, especially helping other people, willingly and without being forced or paid to do it Many volunteers joined the beach cleanup to protect marine life. adoption /uh-DOP-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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