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Freshwater biodiversity faces crisis and demands urgent conservation

2025年1月13日

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©Michel Roggo/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo 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 river, lake, or wetland? Have you ever heard of any efforts to protect lakes or rivers in your area? 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。 serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – having important or dangerous consequences; not light or playful He made a serious mistake by forgetting the deadline. main /meyn/ [adjective] – most important or central The main reason for the delay was the heavy snow. urgent /UR-juhnt/ [adjective] – requiring immediate action or attention The team was given an…
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Mass evacuations underway as devastating fire sweeps Hollywood Hills

2025年1月12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 know what causes fires in forests or cities? Would you have a plan if firefighters couldn’t stop a fire in your area? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury that causes something to become worse or less useful The storm caused a lot of damage to homes. spread /spred/ [verb] – to move or extend over a large area. The fire spread quickly through the dry forest. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the state or situation of something The conditions for hiking…
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Mass evacuations underway as devastating fire sweeps Hollywood Hills

2025年1月12日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some reasons a fire might start in a forest or city? What would you do if firefighters weren’t able to stop a fire in your area? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncontrollably /uhn-kuhn-TROW-luh-blee/ [adverb] – in a way that cannot be controlled or stopped The fire spread uncontrollably across the dry land. strategy /STRAT-i-jee/ [noun] – a plan of action designed to achieve a particular goal The team developed a new strategy to win the game. specialist /SPESH-uh-list/ [noun] – a person who has a lot of knowledge…
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Mass evacuations underway as devastating fire sweeps Hollywood Hills

2025年1月12日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing great damage or destruction The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city, leaving many homeless. erupt /ih-RUHPT/ [verb] – to suddenly and forcefully break out or occur A conflict erupted during the meeting, and everyone had to calm down. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of moving people from a dangerous place to The government issued an evacuation order for the entire town after the storm worsened. iconic /ahy-KON-ik/ [adjective] – widely recognized and well-established as a symbol or representation of something The Eiffel Tower is an iconic landmark of…
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Golden Globes 2025 celebrates Shogun and Hacks with historic wins

2025年1月11日

Shogun

©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prestigious /pre-STIJ-uhs/ [adjective] – having high status or respect He was invited to speak at a prestigious conference on environmental issues. persevere /pur-suh-VEER/ [verb] – to continue trying to do something despite difficulties She had to persevere through many challenges to finish the marathon. anthology /an-THOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – a collection of literary works, such as poems or stories The library has a large anthology of classic literature from the 19th century. acclaim /uh-KLEYM/ [noun] – praise or approval The movie received critical acclaim for its stunning visuals and storytelling. acquisition /ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the…
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Golden Globes 2025 celebrates Shogun and Hacks with historic wins

2025年1月11日

Shogun

©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni 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。 Which do you prefer watching, drama or comedy series? Do you have a favorite actor or actress? 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。 series /SEER-eez / [noun] – a set of related television or radio programs I watched an exciting series about space exploration last week. role /rohl/ [noun] – the function or part played by a person in a situation or in a performance His role in the project was to lead the research team. recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to acknowledge or celebrate The teacher recognized…
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Golden Globes 2025 celebrates Shogun and Hacks with historic wins

2025年1月11日

Shogun

©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could create a TV show about your own country, what would it be about? What qualities do you think make a good actor or actress? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. complex /kuhm-PLEKS/ [adjective] – difficult to understand or find an answer to because of having many different parts The problem was too complex for us to solve quickly. strategy /STRAT-i-jee/ [noun] – plans of action or policies designed to achieve a goal The coach used different strategies to motivate the team. category /KAT-i-gawr-ee/ [noun] – a…
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Severe winter storm disrupts U.S. travel, brings freezing temperatures and snow

2025年1月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think might cause extreme weather like a severe snowstorm? What safety measures should people take during a winter storm? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. severe /suh-VEER/ [adjective] – very bad or serious The severe heat made it difficult to work outside. impact /im-PAKT/ [verb] – to have a strong effect on something The bad weather impacted the farmers’ crops. region /REE-juhn/ [noun] – a large area of a country or the world This region is known for its beautiful mountains. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who…
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