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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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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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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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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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Olivia Dean wins Best New Artist at Grammys

2026年2月19日

Brix-News (4)

©AP Photo/Chris Pizzello Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – modern and relating to the present time The festival featured contemporary music from new artists. prominence /PROM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being important or famous The singer gained prominence after the viral performance. esteemed /ih-STEEMD/ [adjective] – respected and admired The artist joined an esteemed group of past winners. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force that keeps something growing or moving quickly The tour created momentum for the new album. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to raise or improve something The award helped elevate the artist’s career. Article Reading:…
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Rising housing costs drive U.S. renters toward “rent now, pay later” options

2026年2月18日

Rent

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 think rent is expensive in many cities today? Do you think apps can help people manage their money? 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。 rent /rent/ [noun] – money paid regularly to use a house, apartment, or room The shop owner pays rent for the space every month. spend /spend/ [verb] – to use money to buy something or pay for something She tries not to spend too much money on clothes. future /FYOO-cher/ [noun] – the time that is coming after the present He is saving…
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Beginner

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