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Understanding seed packet terms improves gardening success

2026年4月27日

seeds

©(Jessica Damiano via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think plants need to grow well? If you could grow any plant in your home or garden, what plant would you choose? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. packet /PAK-it/ [noun] – a small container or envelope that holds a small amount of something The medicine packet contains instructions for safe use. perennial /puh-REN-ee-uhl/ [noun] – a plant that lives for more than two years The rose is a perennial that grows again every spring. advise /ad-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to give someone a…
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Understanding seed packet terms improves gardening success

2026年4月27日

seeds

©(Jessica Damiano via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as part of something else The training guide contains steps that explain how to operate the new machine. germination /jur-muh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process in which a seed begins to grow and develop into a plant Warm temperature can improve the germination of vegetable seeds in spring. biennial /bahy-EN-ee-uhl/ [noun] – a plant that completes the life cycle in two years The carrot is a biennial that usually produces seeds in the second year. cultivation /kuhl-tuh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of…
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Understanding seed packet terms improves gardening success

2026年4月27日

seeds

©(Jessica Damiano 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。 Have you ever seen a seed packet before? Do you like growing plants at home or at school? 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。 weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the condition of the atmosphere at a particular time, including temperature, rain, wind, and sunlight The weather affects how many people visit the beach during summer. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist after danger or difficulty Clean water is important for the survival of people in remote villages. row /roh/ [noun]…
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Amazon introduces faster delivery options amid rising competition

2026年4月26日

Amazon

©(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you prefer to shop online or buy in a physical store? Why? What is more important for you: low cost or fast delivery? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [noun] – a device that uses electricity to work Many people use electronics in their daily lives. expectation /ek-spek-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief about what will happen There is an expectation that the event will start on time. logistic /loh-JIS-tik/ [noun] – the system of organizing and moving goods Good logistics help the…
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Intermediate

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Amazon introduces faster delivery options amid rising competition

2026年4月26日

Amazon

©(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. retailer /REE-teyl-er/ [noun] – a person or business that sells goods to customers The small retailer offers school supplies at a low price. expansion /ik-SPAN-shuhn/ [noun] – an increase in size, number, or area The company announced an expansion of its delivery service to more cities. convenience /kuhn-VEEN-yuhns/ [noun] – a state of being easy and helpful to use or do Online banking gives convenience to busy workers. innovation /in-uh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a new idea, method, or product The company shows innovation by creating eco-friendly bags. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important…
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Amazon introduces faster delivery options amid rising competition

2026年4月26日

Amazon

©(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) 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 buy things online? Do you think three-hour delivery is fast? 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known to people The company will announce a new delivery service this year. selected /si-LEK-tid/ [adjective] – chosen The store offers selected items for fast delivery. fee /fee/ [noun] – a payment for a service The school asks for a fee for the activity. robotics /roh-BOT-iks/ [noun] – the use of machines or technology that can do tasks automatically…
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Beginner

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Aquarium workers feed sharks weekly as marine care supports animal health and protection

2026年4月25日

aquarium

©(AP Photo/John Locher) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aquarist /AK-wuh-rist/ [noun] – a person who keeps and cares for fish or water animals The aquarist carefully checked the tank conditions every morning. nutrition /noo-TRISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of taking in food and using it for growth and health Good nutrition is important for all living animals. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing little or no damage to the environment The company uses sustainable materials to protect nature. behavior /bih-HEYV-yer/ [noun] – the way that a person or animal acts The scientist studied the behavior of marine animals. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] –…
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