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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly

2025年2月27日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about asteroids? What would you do if you heard that an asteroid might hit Earth? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry or nervousness about something The teacher expressed concern about the students’ safety during the trip. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of creating or developing something The Grand Canyon holds evidence of the Earth’s formation, revealing layers of rock that date back millions of years. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate, analyze, or determine the nature, importance, or…
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Astronomers monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as impact probability rises slightly

2025年2月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – the curved path that an object follows after it has been thrown or propelled through the air Scientists analyzed the rocket’s trajectory to ensure it would reach the space station. negate /ni-GEYT/ [verb] – to cause something to have no effect or value Regular maintenance can negate the risk of mechanical failure in a spacecraft. remnant /REM-nuhnt/ [noun] – a small part of something that remains after the rest has gone or been destroyed The archaeologists found remnants of an ancient city buried under the sand. vicinity /vi-SIN-i-tee/ [noun] – the area…
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Genetic discovery shapes human speech evolution

2025年2月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think humans first learned to talk? What do you think life would be like if people couldn’t speak? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a thing that influences or causes a result Climate change is caused by many factors, such as pollution and deforestation. variant /VAIR-ee-uhnt/ [noun] – a different form or version of something The new variant of the software has improved security features. version /VUR-zhuhn/ [noun] – a particular form or edition of something The latest version of the smartphone includes a…
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Genetic discovery shapes human speech evolution

2025年2月26日

Language

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. linguistic /ling-GWIS-tik/ [adjective] – related to language or the study of language The university introduced a new course focusing on linguistic diversity in different cultures. distinct /dih-STINGKT/ [adjective] – clearly different or unique Each region has its own distinct traditions that set it apart from neighboring areas. hypothesis /hahy-POTH-uh-sis/ [noun] – a proposed explanation or theory based on limited evidence, requiring further investigation The scientist tested her hypothesis about the effects of diet on energy levels. cohesion /koh-HEE-zhuhn/ [noun] – the state of sticking together or forming a united whole The cohesion of the community strengthened…
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Genetic discovery shapes human speech evolution

2025年2月26日

Language

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。 Would you like to learn how animals talk to each other? Have you ever tried to communicate without using words? 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。 explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to examine or investigate something thoroughly Scientists have long explored how climate change affects animal migration patterns. development /dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of growth, change, or improvement The development of renewable energy has helped reduce pollution. language /LANG-gwij/ [noun] – a system of communication used by people in a particular country or community Learning a new language can…
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.

2025年2月25日

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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 think small earthquakes can still cause damage? Would you want to learn more about why earthquakes happen? 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。 strike /strahyk / [verb] – to hit or attack someone or something forcefully or violently: The strong wind may strike the trees and break some branches. coast /kohst/ [noun] – the land next to the sea We walked along the coast and saw the ocean. depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance from the top to the bottom The lake has a depth of ten…
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3.8-magnitude earthquake shakes Maine, tremors felt across Northeastern U.S.

2025年2月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pronounced /pruh-NOUNST/ [adjective] – very noticeable or certain The difference between the two paintings was pronounced, making it easy to compare. conduit /KON-dwit/ [noun] – a way of connecting one thing to another, or a pipe that carries liquid or wires The internet serves as a conduit for fast communication between people worldwide. compromised /KOM-pruh-mahyzd/ [adjective] – weakened or made worse The compromised bridge was closed to traffic due to structural damage from the earthquake. seismologist /sahyz-MOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies earthquakes and the movement of the Earth’s crust The seismologist examined the data…
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