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 about Asian elephants?
- Are elephants are considered endangered?
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。
- conduct /kuhn-DUHKT/
- research /ri-SURCH/
- survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/
- emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/
- threat /thret/
[verb] – to organize or perform a particular activity
The teacher will conduct the experiment tomorrow.
[noun] – the detailed study of a subject to discover new facts or information
The student is doing research for the project.
[noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist
The survival of the species depends on protection.
[verb] – to give special importance to something
The teacher will emphasize the importance of studying.
[noun] – a statement or action that indicates danger or harm
There is a threat to the environment if we don’t act.
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。
A recent study conducted by the Fauna & Flora conservation group has provided key information about the genetic health of Asian elephants in northern Cambodia. The research focused on elephants living in the Prey Lang, Preah Roka, and Chhaeb Wildlife Sanctuaries. By analyzing DNA from elephant dung, the study discovered a population of 51 elephants in these areas. The research shows a high level of genetic diversity, which is important for the survival of the endangered species. Experts believe that, with proper protection, the population could slowly increase.
Despite the promising results, the study also highlights challenges to the elephant population’s survival. Habitat degradation, including the destruction and fragmentation of natural environments, poses a significant risk. Experts, such as Pablo Sinovas, director of Fauna & Flora in Cambodia, emphasize that the research forms a strong foundation for future conservation efforts. The data gathered will help inform strategies to protect the species and ensure its long-term survival in the wild. Similar studies are hoped to be conducted in other areas of Cambodia and Vietnam, where the elephant population faces similar threats.
Despite the promising results, the study also highlights challenges to the elephant population’s survival. Habitat degradation, including the destruction and fragmentation of natural environments, poses a significant risk. Experts, such as Pablo Sinovas, director of Fauna & Flora in Cambodia, emphasize that the research forms a strong foundation for future conservation efforts. The data gathered will help inform strategies to protect the species and ensure its long-term survival in the wild. Similar studies are hoped to be conducted in other areas of Cambodia and Vietnam, where the elephant population faces similar threats.
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 study was conducted by the Fauna & Flora conservation group.
- The research showed a low level of genetic diversity in elephants.
- Habitat destruction is one of the challenges faced by elephants.
- The study found 100 elephants in the area.
- The research only focused on elephant feeding habits.
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。
| conduct | research | survival | emphasizes | threat |
- He always ______ the need for healthy food.
- She will ______ the meeting this afternoon.
- ______ shows that elephants are endangered.
- ______ in the forest is difficult without food and water.
- The ______ of fire is dangerous during the dry season.