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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

2024年4月1日

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona 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 you familiar with the K-pop group BTS? Do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? 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。 required /ruh-KWAI-uhd/ [adjective] – necessary according to the rules or for a particular purpose The completion of the form is required before the deadline. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do It’s his duty to take care of his younger siblings…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

2024年4月1日

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about K-pop and its influence in the music industry? What do you know about mandatory military service in different countries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. gather /GATH-er/ [verb] – (of people or animals) to come together in a group The neighbors gather for barbecues. express /ik-SPRES/ [verb] – to show a feeling or idea by what you say or do or by how you look She expressed her gratitude sincerely. threat /thret/ [noun] – the possibility that something unwanted will happen, or a…
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BTS members enlist in military service, fans await reunion

2024年4月1日

BTS

©REUTERS/Maria Alejandra Cardona Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eventual /ih-VEN-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – happening or existing at a later time or at the end, especially after a lot of effort, problems, etc. The eventual success of the project relied on the team’s dedication and perseverance through numerous challenges. bid /bid/ [verb] – to say goodbye or to express farewell After the graduation ceremony, friends gathered to bid farewell to their classmates before they departed for different colleges. convey /kuhn-VEY/ [verb] – to express a thought, feeling, or idea so that it is understood by other people She used gestures to convey her…
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Vatican artisans revive masterpieces

2024年3月31日

Vatican

©REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane 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 visited a museum or an art gallery that showcased old paintings or sculptures? Do you know or are you familiar with any famous artworks or renowned paintings? 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。 statue /STACH-oo/ [noun] – an object made from a hard material, especially stone or metal, to look like a person or animal The museum displayed a beautiful marble statue of a Greek goddess. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury The painting suffered water damage due to a leak in the…
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Vatican artisans revive masterpieces

2024年3月31日

Vatican

©REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chapel /CHAP-uhl/ [noun] – a room that is part of a larger building and is used for Christian worship The hospital complex featured a serene chapel where patients and staff sought solace and reflection. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail The architect showed meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of the building’s design. humility /hyoo-MIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of not being proud because you are aware of your bad qualities His humility impressed everyone, as he never boasted about his accomplishments. exhaustive /ig-ZAWS-tiv/ [adjective] –…
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Vatican artisans revive masterpieces

2024年3月31日

Vatican

©REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the most renowned museum in your country? What makes it particularly significant or unique in preserving cultural heritage or showcasing historical artifacts? Why do you think it’s important to preserve ancient or historical pieces in museums or galleries? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ton /tuhn/ [noun] – a large amount or a considerable quantity of something The shipment contained a ton of books for the bookstore’s inventory. cause /kawz/ [verb] – to make something happen, especially something bad The heavy rain caused flooding in the streets…
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Californians swap beaches for ice baths in quest for love

2024年3月30日

Icebath

©REUTERS/Mike Blake Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What ways do people nowadays come together or connect to initiate relationships or build connections? How important do you believe the initial meeting or encounter is when forming a new connection or relationship? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. waterproof /WAW-ter-proof/ [adjective] – not allowing water to go through The jacket is waterproof, so you won’t get wet in the rain. extreme /ik-STREEM/ [adjective] – very large in amount or degree The extreme temperature made it difficult to go outside during the heatwave. appeal /uh-PEEL/ [noun] – the quality…
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Californians swap beaches for ice baths in quest for love

2024年3月30日

Icebath

©REUTERS/Mike Blake Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to begin She initiated the project by outlining the objectives during the meeting. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin something The ceremony will commence at noon in the main hall. embrace /em-BREYS/ [verb] – to accept something enthusiastically After some hesitation, she embraced the opportunity to travel abroad for a year. openness /OH-puhn-nis/ [noun] – the quality or state of being receptive, accepting, and willing to engage with new experiences or ideas His willingness to listen without judgment showcased his genuine openness to diverse perspectives. discomfort /dis-KUHM-fert…
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