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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 flooding in your area?
- Do you know what can cause glacier water to suddenly flow into rivers?
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。
- resident /REZ-i-duhnt/
- concern /kuhn-SURN/
- release /ri-LEES/
- beneficial /ben-uh-FISH-uhl/
- effective /ih-FEK-tiv/
[noun] – a person who lives or has their home in a place
The residents of the small town gather every weekend.
[noun] – a feeling of worry about something important
The teacher showed concern for the tired student.
[verb] – to allow something to move freely
The zookeeper will release the bird into the wild.
[adjective] – having a good effect or helpful result
Regular exercise is beneficial for a healthy heart.
[adjective] – successful or achieving the desired result
The new method is very effective in teaching reading.
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。
Residents and local officials in Juneau, Alaska, are preparing for possible flooding from the Mendenhall Glacier after new measurements showed higher water levels in a nearby basin. This type of event, called glacier outburst flooding, occurs when water pressure forces a sudden release from a basin blocked by ice. It has been a serious concern since 2011 because of the glacier’s natural ice dam, which holds water from seasonal rain and melting snow. The National Weather Service reported that the basin reached 1,353 feet (412 meters) last Friday, only 15 feet (4.6 meters) below the danger point. Studies revealed that large floods can release up to 15 billion gallons of water, a truly significant volume.
Authorities placed about 10,000 temporary barriers along 2.5 miles of riverbank to protect over 460 properties. This preventive measure aims to reduce damage and keep people safe. Officials warned that debris in high water may create hazardous conditions. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers started a long-term study. Some residents expressed frustration over the slow process, while experts called for collaborative planning. Such efforts could be beneficial and effective in protecting the Mendenhall Valley from repeated flooding for decades.
Authorities placed about 10,000 temporary barriers along 2.5 miles of riverbank to protect over 460 properties. This preventive measure aims to reduce damage and keep people safe. Officials warned that debris in high water may create hazardous conditions. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers started a long-term study. Some residents expressed frustration over the slow process, while experts called for collaborative planning. Such efforts could be beneficial and effective in protecting the Mendenhall Valley from repeated flooding for decades.
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。
- Residents in Juneau are preparing for possible flooding from the Mendenhall Glacier.
- Glacier outburst flooding happens when rain fills a river quickly.
- The glacier’s natural ice dam has caused concern since 2011.
- The basin reached the danger point last Friday.
- Large floods can release up to 15 million gallons of water.
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。
| resident | concern | release | beneficial | effective |
- Every ______ must follow the community safety rules.
- She showed ______ when her friend did not come to school.
- ______ the fish back into the water carefully.
- Drinking water often is ______ for the skin.
- An ______ plan helps the team reach the goal.