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 pug before?
- Would you adopt a pet from a rescue center?
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。
- properly /PROP-er-lee/
- couple /KUHP-uhl/
- issue /ISH-ooo/
- routine /roo-TEEN/
- promote /pruh-MOHT/
[adverb] – in a correct or suitable way
The students were taught how to write essays properly before the exam.
[noun] – two people who are married or in a romantic relationship
The couple spent their weekend volunteering at the animal shelter.
[noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about
The company faced financial issues after the sudden drop in sales.
[noun] – a set way of doing things regularly
Her morning routine includes jogging and drinking a cup of tea.
[verb] – to support or encourage something
The school promotes healthy eating by providing nutritious meals.
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。
Pug Rescue South Africa started in Johannesburg in 2010 to help pugs that were abandoned or not cared for properly. A couple began by taking in a few pugs, but they soon saw that many more needed help. Today, the rescue center cares for almost 200 pugs. Many were given up because their owners had money problems, health issues, or big life changes. Pugs have short noses, which can cause breathing problems, eye infections, and other health issues. Because of this, vet care is expensive. The rescue center spends about $40,000 each year to help the dogs. They rely on donations and volunteers to pay for medicine and treatment and find new homes for the pugs. The dogs follow a daily routine. They wake up early, play, get groomed, and eat meals made for their health needs. At night, they sleep in groups to stay safe. Sometimes, they fight, but the staff helps them get along. More and more pugs are being abandoned. Experts say people should learn about the breed before adopting. The rescue also promotes responsible pet care to prevent more cases of neglect.
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。
- The rescue center was started in 2015.
- The rescue center takes care of almost 200 pugs.
- The center spends about $10,000 each year on the pugs.
- Pugs were given up only because their owners did not like them.
- The pugs follow a daily routine that includes playing and eating.
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。
| properly | couple | issues | routine | promotes |
- A ______ from the neighborhood opened a small café together.
- The chef ensured that all the ingredients were cooked ______ to maintain the dish’s quality.
- The teacher followed a strict ______ to keep the class organized.
- The company ______ teamwork through team-building activities.
- Many students struggle with time management ______ during exams.