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Elfyn Evans clinches a sensational victory, leading Toyota’s podium sweep in the World Rally Championship finale

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©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think a World Rally Championship involves? What might be the key elements or challenges that participants face in this type of competition? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt / [verb] – to show or make something clear The chemistry teacher asked the students to demonstrate their understanding of the experiment by conducting it themselves. maintain /meyn-TEYN/ [verb] – to continue to have, to keep in existence, or not allow to become less The janitor maintained the cleanliness of the school, ensuring a hygienic environment for…
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Elfyn Evans clinches a sensational victory, leading Toyota’s podium sweep in the World Rally Championship finale

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©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns / [noun] – the quality of being more important, strong, or successful than anything else of the same type The lion’s dominance over the savannah was evident as it roamed freely, asserting its position as the king of the jungle. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another without an interruption Mary completed her consecutive marathons, showcasing remarkable endurance and dedication to her fitness goals. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn / [noun] – a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future The children’s anticipation for the upcoming birthday party…
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Prenatal Mediterranean diet boosts 2-year-olds’ abilities

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intervention /in-ter-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of becoming intentionally involved in a difficult situation, in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse The counselor provided an intervention for the student struggling with academic challenges, offering guidance and support. preventive /pri-VEN-tiv / [adjective] – intended to stop something before it happens Regular exercise and a healthy diet are important preventive measures against various chronic health conditions. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way The loss of a loved one can lead to a profound sense of grief…
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Prenatal Mediterranean diet boosts 2-year-olds’ abilities

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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。 Does something specific come to mind when you hear about the Mediterranean diet? Do you have knowledge about the developmental milestones and skills that infants typically acquire during their first year of life? 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。 diet /DAHY-it/ [noun] – the food and drink usually eaten or drunk by a person or group Her doctor recommended a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins to improve her overall health. pregnant /PREG-nuhnt/ [adjective] – (of a woman and some female animals) having a baby or…
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Prenatal Mediterranean diet boosts 2-year-olds’ abilities

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear about the Mediterranean diet? What do you know about the developmental milestones and skills that infants typically acquire during their first year of life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trial /TRAHY-uhl/ [noun] – a test, usually over a limited period of time, to discover how effective or suitable something or someone is The pharmaceutical company conducted a clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the new drug in treating the disease. lack /lak/ [verb] – to not have or not have enough of…
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Japan announces 10% of its people are 80 or older on Respect for the Elderly Day

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ongoing /ON-goh-ing/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or develop, or happening at the present moment The ongoing construction of the new library is expected to be completed by the end of the year. issue /ISH-oo/ [verb] – to produce or provide something official The company will issue a statement regarding the product recall later today. sustain /suh-STEYN/ [verb] – to cause or allow something to continue for a period of time Efforts to sustain the local wildlife population through conservation programs have been successful. echo /EK-oh/ [verb] – to repeat details that are similar to, and…
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Japan announces 10% of its people are 80 or older on Respect for the Elderly Day

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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。 Does Japan have a reputation for having a long life expectancy compared to many other countries? Is it a common concern in Japan that there are more elderly people than younger ones in the population? 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。 government /GUHV-ern-muhnt/ [noun] – the group of people who officially control a country The government is responsible for making and enforcing laws that ensure the well-being of its citizens. population /pop-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – all the people living in a particular country, area, or place The population of the…
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