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 cold weather can be hard for some animals?
- Do you think pets need extra care during winter?
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。
- advice /ad-VAHYS/
[noun] – guidance or suggestions about what to do
The doctor gave advice on how to prevent dehydration during hot weather. - fur /fur/
[noun] – the hair on the body of an animal
The rabbit’s fur became thicker as spring ended and the weather changed. - risk /risk/
[noun] – the chance of something dangerous or harmful happening
Drivers face a higher risk of accidents during heavy rainfall. - harsh /hahrsh/
[adjective] – very difficult, severe, or unpleasant
Farmers struggled to protect their crops during the harsh summer drought. - kit /kit/
[noun] – sets of tools or supplies used for a specific purpose
Schools prepared emergency kits for students before the typhoon season started.
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。
Cold weather in many parts of the United States has created concern about the safety of animals. Veterinary groups gave advice in October to explain how winter temperatures can be dangerous for pets. Frostbite can happen when the temperature is below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, and mild hypothermia can start when body temperature falls under 98 degrees Fahrenheit. These facts were shared to show why cold weather is serious and why early preparation is important. Experts also said that small animals, old pets, and pets with short fur have a higher risk during winter.Specialists shared simple steps to help protect animals. Cleaning paws after walks and avoiding de-icing chemicals can prevent irritation. Warm jackets and booties can help animals stay warm outside. Antifreeze is very dangerous because its sweet taste can attract animals and cause poisoning. Some winter activities, such as skijoring and snowshoeing, can be safe when temperatures are above freezing. Indoor games, like puzzle toys and scent activities, can help pets stay active when outside play is limited. Experts also said that reptiles need backup heat sources and that livestock may need more food in harsh weather. Animal groups recommended microchipping and emergency kits to support safety during winter conditions.
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。
- Cold weather in the United States has caused concern about animal safety.
- Frostbite can happen when the temperature is above 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Large animals and young pets have the highest risk during winter.
- Cleaning paws after walks can help prevent irritation from chemicals.
- Antifreeze is dangerous because it has a bitter taste that animals avoid.
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。
| advice | fur | risk | harsh | kits |
- Teachers offered ______ to students preparing for the annual science fair.
- Eating spoiled food increases the ______ of stomach illness.
- Hikers packed first-aid ______ before exploring the national park.
- Mountain climbers trained to survive the ______ conditions at high altitudes.
- The groomer trimmed the dog’s ______ before its photo session.