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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。
- Have you ever seen a parade that happens on water?
- Do some cars can drive both on land and in water?
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。
- current /KUR-uhnt/
- vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/
- organizer /AWR-guh-nahy-zer/
- begin /bih-GIN/
- participant /pahr-TIS-uh-puhnt/
[adjective] – happening or existing now; in the present time
The current weather is perfect for a day at the beach.
[noun] – machines, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on roads
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular as people look for eco-friendly transportation options.
[noun] – a person or group that plans or arranges an event or activity
The organizer of the concert worked hard to ensure everything went smoothly.
[verb] – to start to happen or exist
The meeting began promptly at 9 AM.
[noun] – a person who takes part in or becomes involved in a particular activity
The marathon attracted thousands of participants from all over the world.
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。
A lively parade of amphibious cars moved through Amsterdam’s canals, marking the last time this event will happen in the city under the current rules. In 2025, Amsterdam will start new environmental rules that only allow emission-free boats and vehicles in its waterways. This is a big problem for amphibious cars because their electric batteries are too heavy to meet the new standards. The event organizer, Roy Bolks, said the parade began in Amsterdam, made stops in Monnickendam and Utrecht, and ended in the city on August 1. This year, 100 participants joined the event, which is more than the usual 80. Bolks mentioned that many people wanted to join, so there was even a waiting list. Switching to electric amphibious cars is difficult because there are only a few of them, and their batteries are heavy and hard to manage. Although future technology might help these cars return to Amsterdam, it is not available yet. The amphibious car parade, which started in 1987, will continue in other parts of the Netherlands. Friesland is expected to host it in the future.
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。
- In 2025, Amsterdam will start new environmental rules.
- The amphibious car parade had fewer than 50 participants this year.
- The parade will no longer happen in any part of the Netherlands.
- The amphibious car parade started in 1987.
- All amphibious cars are already electric.
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。
current | vehicles | organizer | began | participant |
- Each __________ was given a certificate after completing the workshop.
- The __________ trend in fashion is all about sustainability.
- The parking lot was filled with various types of __________.
- As the main __________ of the conference, she handled all the logistics.
- The family business __________ in the 1960s and has thrived ever since.