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 know about the phases of the moon?
- Does the supermoon differ from other phases of the moon?
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。
- opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/
- sighting /SAI-tuhng/
- large /lahrj/
- bright /brahyt/
- typically /TIP-i-klee/
[noun] – a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something
She had an opportunity to join the team.
[noun] – the action of seeing someone or something, typically something unusual or rare
We had a sighting of a rare bird today.
[adjective] – of considerable size, extent, or capacity
They have a large dog in their yard.
[adjective] – giving out or reflecting a lot of light; vivid or colorful
The sun is very bright today.
[adverb] – in a way that is usual or expected
We typically have lunch at noon.
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。
On October 25, a supermoon will occur, marking the closest full moon of the year. This celestial event will be visible in the Northern Hemisphere, providing a fantastic opportunity for stargazers. In addition to the supermoon, a rare sighting of the comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas will also be possible. The supermoon will be approximately 222,055 miles (357,364 kilometers) away from Earth, appearing significantly larger and brighter than usual. A supermoon occurs when the full moon is at its nearest point to Earth, known as perigee, during its elliptical orbit. Experts indicate that this unique alignment of the moon and comet is essential for astronomical observation. The supermoon will reach its full phase on Thursday night, shining about 30% brighter than an average full moon. NASA officials suggest that the moonlight may affect the visibility of the comet’s tail, but they still encourage observers to enjoy this rare spectacle. Supermoons typically happen three to four times each year, and they continue to captivate many. These events remind society of the moon’s potential for future scientific discoveries and advancements.
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 supermoon will occur on October 25.
- The comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas will be visible only in the Southern Hemisphere.
- The supermoon will be approximately 222,055 miles away from Earth.
- A supermoon happens when the full moon is at its farthest point from Earth.
- The supermoon will shine about 30% brighter than an average full moon.
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。
| opportunity | sighting | large | bright | typically |
- The weather is ______ warm in summer.
- This ______ helped him learn new skills.
- His ______ of the rainbow was exciting.
- She bought a ______ pizza for dinner.
- She wore a ______ yellow dress to the party.