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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。
- Does your country experience problems with air pollution?
- Do you think solving the problem of air pollution is easy?
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/
- issue /ISH-oo/
- challenging /CHAL-in-jing/
- limit /LIM-it/
- necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/
[noun] – damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste
The city’s efforts to reduce pollution have resulted in cleaner air and a healthier environment.
[noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about
Climate change is a pressing issue that requires immediate global attention and action.
[adjective] – difficult, in a way that tests your ability or determination
Learning a new language can be a challenging but rewarding experience.
[verb] – to place a restriction or boundary on something, reducing its extent or possibilities
The company had to limit the number of attendees at the event due to space constraints.
[adjective] – needed in order to achieve a particular result
Proper planning is necessary for successful project completion.
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。
In major cities like New Delhi, a growing concern revolves around increasing air pollution. Recent weather conditions and farm fires have exacerbated this problem. The presence of harmful particles known as PM 2.5 has resulted in the closure of schools and restrictions on outdoor activities, particularly affecting those vulnerable to health issues. Efforts are underway to address this issue, including the implementation of online classes and the use of home air purifiers. However, beyond health implications, the pollution also affects social interactions, making it challenging for people to spend time with friends or engage in outdoor activities. Children, especially, find it difficult to breathe in such conditions. The city is covered in haze due to pollution, causing discomfort in people’s eyes and throats. As a response, schools are being closed, and indoor air purifiers are being used more frequently. However, apart from health concerns, the haze limits outdoor enjoyment and social interactions, reducing the liveliness of the city. To improve the situation, collective efforts are necessary to ensure cleaner air and a better quality of life for the people of New Delhi.
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。
- Air pollution in major cities like New Delhi has become a growing concern due to recent weather conditions and farm fires.
- Despite the pollution, schools remain open, and there are no restrictions on outdoor activities for safety reasons.
- Efforts to combat the pollution issue include the use of home air purifiers and the implementation of online classes to mitigate health risks.
- The article suggests that the pollution has no impact on social life or people’s ability to engage in outdoor activities in New Delhi.
- The city’s atmosphere is affected by haze due to pollution, causing discomfort in people’s eyes and throats.
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。
| pollution | issue | challenging | limit | necessary |
- Adequate sleep is __________ for maintaining good health and well-being.
- Please __________ your use of electronic devices during the meeting to maintain focus and productivity.
- Industrial __________ poses a significant threat to aquatic ecosystems, affecting marine life and water quality.
- The __________ of healthcare affordability remains a contentious topic in political debates.
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously is __________ and demands exceptional organizational skills.