Monthly Archive: June 2025

Health experts urge stronger surveillance as bird flu cases decline in humans

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©(AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention to possible danger or problems The security team maintained strict vigilance during the international summit. deterioration /dih-teer-ee-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming worse Experts are concerned about the deterioration of coral reefs due to climate change. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – likely to be harmed or affected by something The elderly are especially vulnerable during heatwaves. diagnostic /dahy-uhg-NOS-tik/ [adjective] – used to identify a disease or problem The hospital purchased new diagnostic equipment to detect heart conditions. complacency /kuhm-PLEY-suhn-see/ [noun] – a feeling of being too…
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Health experts urge stronger surveillance as bird flu cases decline in humans

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©(AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, file) 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 heard of a disease that spreads between animals and people? Do you think it is important to be careful when animals around you are sick? 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。 careful /KAIR-fuhl/ [adjective] – giving attention to what you are doing to avoid mistakes or danger You should be careful when crossing a busy road. worried /WUR-eed/ [adjective] – feeling nervous or anxious about something bad that may happen Parents are worried about their children’s safety at school. winter /WIN-ter/ [noun]…
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Health experts urge stronger surveillance as bird flu cases decline in humans

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©(AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, file) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why might some people be afraid to go to the doctor or hospital? What do you think are some good ways to stop a virus from spreading? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sharply /SHAARP-lee/ [adverb] – suddenly and by a large amount Tourist visits to the island fell sharply following the volcanic eruption. dairy /DAIR-ee/ [adjective] – related to milk or products made from milk She avoids dairy foods because of a lactose intolerance. deportation /dee-pawr-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of forcing someone to leave a…
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