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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。
- Do you use group chats?
- Can messages in a group chat cause problems?
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。
- purpose /PUR-puhs/
[noun] – the reason why something is done
The purpose of the meeting was to plan the event. - waste /weyst/
[verb] – to use something badly or without care
Do not waste time on simple questions. - polite /puh-LAHYT/
[adjective] – showing good manners and respect
She gave a polite answer. - clear /kleer/
[adjective] – easy to understand
The teacher gave clear instructions. - mute /myoot/
[verb] – to stop sound or notifications
He muted the chat during class.
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。
Group chats are popular for friends and work. People use apps to plan parties, school projects and meetings. Experts say every group chat has a purpose. Members should think before sending a message. Simple questions that can be answered online may waste time. It is good to be polite and respect others in the group.
Short and clear messages are better than long texts. Large videos and many replies can annoy other members. In work chats, messages should stay professional. If notifications become too many, members can mute the group. Leaders can also send private messages if someone causes problems. Thinking about others helps group chats stay friendly and useful.
Short and clear messages are better than long texts. Large videos and many replies can annoy other members. In work chats, messages should stay professional. If notifications become too many, members can mute the group. Leaders can also send private messages if someone causes problems. Thinking about others helps group chats stay friendly and useful.
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。
- Group chats are only used for fun.
- Experts say group chats have a purpose.
- Long messages are always better.
- Members should be polite in group chats.
- People can mute notifications.
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。
| purpose | waste | polite | clear | mute |
- The main ______ of the group is to plan the trip.
- Do not ______ time with repeated questions.
- She gave a ______ reply to her teacher.
- Please write a ______ message.
- He will ______ the chat during the meeting.