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 think there are unknown creatures living in the ocean?
- Is it important to discover new species in the ocean?
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。
- depth /depth/
- mile /mahyl/
- giant /JAHY-uhnt/
- access /AK-ses/
- hidden /HID-n/
[noun] – the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something
The depth of the swimming pool is measured in meters.
[noun] – a unit of distance equal to 1,760 yards or 1.6 kilometres
The city is located ten miles from the coast.
[adjective] – extremely large
The giant tree in the park is over a hundred years old.
[verb] – to be able to get to or get inside a place
The library allows students to access a variety of resources online.
[adjective] – kept out of sight; concealed
The hidden cave was a popular spot for adventurous hikers to explore.
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。
Recent explorations have uncovered a remarkable ecosystem thriving beneath the Pacific Ocean, revealing new forms of animal life near hydrothermal vents. Researchers used a remotely operated underwater vehicle named SuBastian to study the East Pacific Rise, a volcanically active ridge where two tectonic plates meet. At a depth of 1.56 miles (2,515 meters), scientists found giant tubeworms and other marine invertebrates, including snails and bristleworms, living in cavities within the Earth’s crust. Marine biologist Sabine Gollner from the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research noted this is the first time animal life has been discovered within the oceanic crust, significantly changing the understanding of marine ecosystems. The research team deployed SuBastian from the research vessel Falkortoo, using a special chisel to penetrate the rocky seabed and access these hidden habitats. This discovery demonstrates the connection between the seafloor and underground ecosystems, as larvae from these creatures may thrive in both areas. Gollner explained that hydrothermal vents release superheated, chemically rich water, creating a unique habitat that supports diverse life. As technology improves, further exploration may reveal even more about deep-sea ecosystems and their importance for global biodiversity.
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。
- Researchers used a vehicle named SuBastian to study the Pacific Ocean.
- Giant tubeworms were discovered at a depth of 1.56 miles.
- The East Pacific Rise is a desert area with no animal life.
- The research team used a boat to collect samples from the ocean floor.
- Hydrothermal vents release cold, fresh water into the ocean.
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。
depth | miles | giant | access | hidden |
- The treasure map led them to a __________ compartment within the ancient castle walls.
- She ran three __________ every morning to stay fit.
- The scientist measured the __________ of the ocean using advanced sonar technology.
- After reading the book, he imagined a __________ dragon soaring above the mountains.
- The renovation made it easier for people with disabilities to __________ the main entrance.