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NASA moon rocket test disrupted by hydrogen fuel leaks

2026年2月15日

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©Sam Lott/NASA via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a rocket fueling test? Why is it done before launch? What dangers can fuel leaks cause? How can engineers reduce these risks? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concern /kuhn-SERNS/ [noun] – worries or problems Safety concerns delayed the test schedule. process /PRAH-ses/ [noun] – series of actions Fueling is a slow process. procedure /pruh-SEE-jerz/ [noun] – official methods New procedures improved safety. importance /im-POR-tns/ [noun] – value or significance The test showed the importance of preparation. critical /KRIT-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important The test…
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NASA moon rocket test disrupted by hydrogen fuel leaks

2026年2月15日

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©Sam Lott/NASA via AP 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。 Is a rocket fueling test done before a launch to check systems and safety? Can fuel leaks cause dangers during a rocket launch? 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。 problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a situation that causes difficulties and needs to be dealt with The rocket had a problem during testing. dangerous /DEYN-jer-uhs/ [adjective] – likely to cause harm or injury Hydrogen gas is dangerous. continue /kuhn-TIN-yoo/ [verb] – Cambridge meaning: to keep happening or doing something without stopping NASA will continue testing. necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/…
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NASA moon rocket test disrupted by hydrogen fuel leaks

2026年2月15日

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©Sam Lott/NASA via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exasperating /ig-ZAS-puh-ray-ting/ [adjective] – causing intense frustration Repeated delays created an exasperating situation for mission planners. volatility /vol-uh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – tendency to change rapidly or dangerously Hydrogen volatility requires strict safety controls during fueling. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important The rehearsal was pivotal for confirming launch readiness. consequential /kon-si-KWEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – producing important effects The delay had consequential impacts on mission planning. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – ability to recover quickly System resilience was tested during repeated shutdowns. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and…
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Rhode Island officials rescue exotic tegu lizard found buried in snow during cold spell

2026年2月14日

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©New England Wildlife Center via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals are seen near your home in Winter? What should be done when an animal looks sick or hurt? Who should be called? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncommon /uhn-KOM-uhn/ [adjective] – not usual or often seen Uncommon animal sightings increase during extreme weather. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry about a problem Officials shared concern about exotic pet releases. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – physical harm or injury Cold weather caused damage to the lizard’s body. monitoring /MON-i-ter-ing/ [noun] – careful…
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Rhode Island officials rescue exotic tegu lizard found buried in snow during cold spell

2026年2月14日

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©New England Wildlife Center via AP 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。 Are animals seen near homes during winter? Should an animal rescue center be called when an animal looks sick or hurt? 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。 cold /kohld/ [adjective] – having a low temperature Winter nights are cold in many places. lizard /LIZ-erd/ [noun] – a small animal with a long tail, four legs, and dry skin, usually living in warm places The lizard moved slowly across the road during the day. hospital /HOS-pi-tl/ [noun] – a place where sick or hurt…
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Rhode Island officials rescue exotic tegu lizard found buried in snow during cold spell

2026年2月14日

Brix-News (2)

©New England Wildlife Center via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anomalous /uh-NOM-uh-luhs/ [adjective] – different from what is normal or expected The rescue was considered anomalous due to winter conditions. proliferation /pruh-lif-uh-RAY-shuhn/ [noun] – rapid increase or spread The proliferation of exotic pets raised regulatory concerns. physiological /fiz-ee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to body functions in living organisms Cold exposure caused physiological stress in the reptile. ecological /ee-kuh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to environments and living systems Ecological balance may be affected by invasive species. accountability /uh-koun-tuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – responsibility for actions and consequences Accountability remains central to exotic pet ownership. Article…
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Galentine’s Day serves as an alternative to Valentine’s Day for some women

2026年2月13日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How is Valentine’s Day usually celebrated in your country? What kinds of celebrations do people enjoy with friends? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trend /trend/ [noun] – a general direction in which something changes or develops The rise in remote work is a clear trend in many companies. expectation /ek-spek-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief about what should happen There is a clear expectation that students arrive on time. vary /VAIR-ee/ [verb] – to be different or change Weather conditions vary across different regions. recognition /rek-uhg-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – the act of…
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