Forensic experts dismiss extraterrestrial claims, reveal entities as earthly dolls

admin 2024年4月19日

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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。

Do you believe in extraterrestrial life or aliens?
Do you have a specific vision or idea of what extraterrestrial beings or aliens might look like?

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。

create /kree-EYT/

[verb] – to make or produce
The artist carefully created a beautiful sculpture from a block of marble, showcasing intricate details.

bone /bohn/

[noun] – any of the hard parts inside a human or animal that make up its frame
The archaeologists discovered ancient animal bones during the excavation, providing insights into prehistoric life.

conference /KON-fer-uhns/

[noun] – an event, sometimes lasting a few days, at which there is a group of talks on a particular subject, or a meeting in which especially business matters are discussed formally
The international conference on climate change brought together scientists and policymakers from around the world.

connection /kuh-NEK-shuhn/

[noun] – a link or association
During the investigation, the police established that there was no connection between the suspect’s fingerprints found in the apartment and the crime committed at the downtown store.

remain /ri-MEYN/

[noun] – preserved bodies or artifacts
The archaeological site revealed the remains of an ancient civilization, including pottery and tools.

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 a recent study shared on January 12, there was news about mysterious “alien mummies” discovered at Peru’s main airport in October. Experts say they are not from outer space but made from parts found on Earth. Flavio Estrada, an archaeologist, explained at a meeting in Lima that these figures are like dolls created using animal bones and modern glue. These doll-like figures, looking like Andean mummies, were found in a box at Lima Airport’s DHL offices. Despite early thoughts about them being aliens, experts say the whole story is made up. In September, small mummified bodies were shown in Mexico. Experts doubted claims that they were ancient and from Peru, suggesting they might be fake. At a recent Lima conference, experts confirmed that the dolls in the DHL office had no connection to the Mexican bodies. They also repeated that the remains in Mexico were not from aliens.

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。

A study shared on January 12 reported the discovery of mysterious “alien mummies” at Peru’s main airport in October.
Experts initially believed that the figures found at Lima Airport were indeed extraterrestrial.
Flavio Estrada, an archaeologist, explained that the doll-like figures are created using animal bones and modern glue.
The doll-like figures found at Lima Airport were made from ancient bones and traditional materials.
The mummified bodies shown in Mexico were confirmed to be authentic ancient remains from Peru, according to experts at the Lima conference.

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。

create

bone

conference

connection

remain

Forensic experts carefully analyzed the skeletal __________ to determine the cause of death.
The detective sought a __________ between the seemingly unrelated events to solve the mystery.
A fractured __________ requires proper medical attention to ensure proper healing and prevent complications.
Students in the art class were encouraged to unleash their creativity and __________ unique pieces using various materials.
The annual business __________ featured presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.