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 seen a drone flying over a beach?
- Are you aware of any instances where drones have been used to address environmental issues, such as beach cleanup or wildlife monitoring?
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。
- coast /kohst/
- shore /shawr/
- approach /uh-PROHCH/
- employ /em-PLOI/
- operation /op-uh-REY-shuhn/
[noun] – the land next to or close to the sea
We spent our vacation relaxing on the beautiful coast of California, enjoying the sun and the ocean breeze.
[noun] – the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or wide river
Families often gather on the sandy shore to enjoy picnics and soak up the sun.
[noun] – a method or way of dealing with a situation, often involving actions or strategies to address it
The company’s new approach to customer service focuses on providing personalized assistance and quick response times.
[verb] – to use something for a particular purpose
The company decided to employ advanced technology to streamline their manufacturing process and increase efficiency.
[noun] – the activities involved in a company producing goods or delivering services
The factory’s efficient operation resulted in the production of high-quality goods.
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。
Just off Long Island’s coast in New York, a positive change is happening in the waters. Warmer temperatures and cleaner conditions are attracting more small fish and their predators, including sharks. While this benefits the ecosystem, it also raises safety concerns for beachgoers. To address this, officials at Jones Beach, a popular state park with six million annual visitors, are turning to drones for safety monitoring. Lifeguards and New York State Park Police are using drones to watch the waters closely. If sharks or unusual behaviors are spotted, swimmers are quickly alerted to stay near the shore.The drone program, launched in 2017, is gaining importance due to recent shark-related incidents on New York’s beaches this summer. Though shark attacks are unlikely, these events prompt a proactive approach. Jones Beach employs 19 drones managed by lifeguards, supported by a mobile command center. These drones have advanced cameras that capture underwater images from 25 feet high, aiding in potential dangers and search and rescue efforts. Despite their costs, authorities view drones as vital for beachgoer safety. Drone operations strictly follow guidelines prioritizing public safety and privacy.
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。
- Warmer temperatures and cleaner conditions off Long Island’s coast in New York are attracting more small fish and their predators, including sharks.
- The use of drones at Jones Beach has raised controversy and protests from environmental groups concerned about their impact on wildlife.
- Officials at Jones Beach, a popular state park, are using drones for safety monitoring to address the increased presence of sharks and potential safety concerns for swimmers.
- The drones at Jones Beach have facial recognition capabilities to identify individuals in the water and match them with law enforcement databases.
- Lifeguards and New York State Park Police at Jones Beach are using drones to closely watch the waters and quickly alert swimmers if sharks or unusual behaviors are spotted.
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。
| coast | shore | approach | employ | operation |
- The chef will ______ various cooking techniques to create a unique and flavorful dish for the restaurant’s special menu.
- The government’s ________ to environmental protection includes implementing stricter regulations and promoting renewable energy sources.
- The residents of the small fishing village make their living from the abundant marine life along the _____.
- The waves crashed against the rocky _____, creating a soothing sound that echoed across the bay.
- The smooth _________ of the concert required careful coordination among the sound, lighting, and stage teams.