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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles

2026年2月21日

Olympic curling

©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is easy about working in a team of only two people? What do you do when you and another person have different opinions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – very strong or high in degree The debate became intense as the deadline approached. tension /TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of stress or disagreement There was tension in the office after the sudden policy change. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening all the time or without stopping Constant noise from traffic made…
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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles

2026年2月21日

Olympic curling

©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) 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 like watching sports competitions? Have you ever played a game with a family member? 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。 competition /kom-pi-TISH-uhn/ [noun] – an event where people or groups try to win or do better than others The school held a competition to choose the best science project. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something as necessary The job requires clear communication skills. throw /throh/ [noun] – the act of sending something through the air Each throw of the ball must be careful…
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Beginner

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Olympic curling reveals how teamwork affects results in mixed doubles

2026年2月21日

Olympic curling

©(AP Photo/Misper Apawu) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. elite /ih-LEET/ [adjective] – belonging to the highest level or best group The company hired elite workers with strong technical skills. dimension /dih-MEN-shuhn/ [noun] – one important part or aspect of something The project added a new dimension to the company’s marketing plan. volatile /VOL-uh-tl/ [adjective] – likely to change quickly and unpredictably The weather in the region is volatile during the rainy season. reconcile /REK-uhn-sahyl/ [verb] – to restore friendly relations after a disagreement The teacher helped the students reconcile during group work. tactical /TAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to careful planning to…
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Study suggests apes possess the ability to imagine

2026年2月20日

APE

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you imagine when you think about apes? Do you think imagination is only for stories and games, or can it be useful in real life? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. captive /KAP-tiv/ [adjective] – kept under control and not free to leave The captive animal stayed in a protected area for medical care. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show or point out something clearly Signs on the road indicate the correct direction. pour /pawr/ [verb] – to cause a liquid to flow from one container to another…
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Intermediate

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Study suggests apes possess the ability to imagine

2026年2月20日

APE

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. primate /PRAHY-meyt/ [noun] – a mammal with a highly developed brain, such as a monkey or ape Scientists study the primate to better understand animal behavior. innate /ih-NEYT/ [adjective] – existing from birth, not learned or taught The child showed an innate ability to solve puzzles quickly. pretense /pri-TENS/ [noun] – an act of pretending that something is true when it is not He spoke with confidence, but it was a pretense to cover his fear. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – including all important parts or details Students must complete a comprehensive exam at the end of…
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Expert

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Study suggests apes possess the ability to imagine

2026年2月20日

APE

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 like using imagination in games or stories? Do you think learning about animals can help people understand thinking better? 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。 stick /stik/ [noun] – a thin piece of wood The child used a stick to draw lines in the sand. invisible /in-VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – unable to be seen The gas is invisible, so special tools are needed to detect it. difference /DIF-er-uhns/ [noun] – a way in which two things are not the same There is a clear difference between morning and…
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Beginner

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Olivia Dean wins Best New Artist at Grammys

2026年2月19日

Brix-News (4)

©AP Photo/Chris Pizzello Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have music awards ever influenced artists in the country? What examples can be shared? Do people often discover music through awards? What platforms help the most? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. expand /ik-SPAND/ [verb] – to become larger or more widespread Streaming services help music expand globally. requirement /ri-KWAHYUHR-muhnt/ [noun] – something that must be done The award has a requirement for music releases. eligible /EL-i-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – allowed to take part. The singer became eligible for the award this year. fair /fair/ [adjective] – treating people…
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Intermediate

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Olivia Dean wins Best New Artist at Grammys

2026年2月19日

Brix-News (4)

©AP Photo/Chris Pizzello 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 people watch music award shows? Do awards help singers become famous? 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。 modern /MOD-ern/ [adjective] – new and from the present time The show had modern music performances. support /suh-PAWRT/ [verb] – to help someone succeed Fans support the singer by streaming songs. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – a job done for a long time. The award helped the singer’s career. grow /groh/ [verb] – to become bigger The fan base will grow after the win. fan /fan/ [noun] – a…
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Beginner

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