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U.S. schools adopt meat-free menus to promote health and combat climate impact

2025年7月11日

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©AP Photo/Wong Maye-E, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage Too much sugar is detrimental to good health. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The company made a substantial profit last year. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – very difficult to deal with or overcome Starting a new diet can be a formidable challenge. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places and/or among many people There was widespread support for the new policy. impactful /im-PAKT-fuhl/ [adjective] – having a powerful effect or influence His speech was very impactful and…
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U.S. schools adopt meat-free menus to promote health and combat climate impact

2025年7月11日

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©AP Photo/Wong Maye-E, 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。 Have you ever received a weather warning in your area? Did you take action when you received a weather warning? 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。 illness /IL-nis/ [noun] – a disease or period of being sick She stayed home because of her illness. harmful /HAHRM-fuhl/ [adjective] – causing damage or injury The smoke is harmful to the lungs. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – movement toward a better or more complete condition The baby made progress in walking. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowing that something exists…
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European countries issue health alerts as heat wave intensifies

2025年7月10日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The city saw unprecedented rain that flooded every street. acceleration /ak-sel-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming faster or happening more quickly The acceleration of the train made some passengers lose balance. devastating /DEV-uh-stey-ting/ [adjective] – causing great damage or suffering The devastating storm destroyed many houses in the village. compelling /kuhm-PEL-ing/ [adjective] – very exciting, interesting, or persuasive The movie had a compelling story that kept everyone watching. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to become strong or healthy again after something bad…
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European countries issue health alerts as heat wave intensifies

2025年7月10日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever received a weather warning in your area? If so, what did you do? If not, what kind of warning would surprise you? Do you know any countries in northern Europe, like the UK or the Netherlands? If so, what do you know about their weather? If not, where have you learned about Europe? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proactive /proh-AK-tiv/ [adjective] – taking action by causing change and not only reacting to events The teacher was proactive and gave help before problems started. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] –…
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European countries issue health alerts as heat wave intensifies

2025年7月10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。 Have you ever received a weather warning in your area? Do you know any countries in northern Europe, like the UK or the Netherlands? 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。 forecast /FAWR-kast/ [noun] – a statement of what is judged likely to happen in the future The weather forecast says it will rain today. danger /deyn-jer/ [noun] – the possibility of harm or death to someone The fire is a big danger to people. event /ih-VENT/ [noun] – something that happens, especially something important or enjoyable The school had…
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Three new Kingdom tombs unearthed in Luxor ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum opening

2025年7月9日

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©Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities 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 heard of Egypt before? Do you know what a tomb is? 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。 respected /ruh-SPEK-tuhd/ [adjective] – admired by many people for achievements or good qualities The respected teacher helped many students succeed in school. understand /uhn-der-STAND/ [verb] – to know the meaning of something I understand the rules of the game now. culture /kuhl-CHER/ [noun] – the ideas, customs, and way of life of a group of people We learned about Japanese culture in…
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Three new Kingdom tombs unearthed in Luxor ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum opening

2025年7月9日

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©Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eminent /EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – famous, respected, or important The eminent scientist shared her knowledge of ancient history. legacy /LEG-uh-see/ [noun] – something that is a part of your history or that remains from an earlier time The museum protects the legacy of past civilizations. monumental /mon-yuh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – very big or important, often in historical or cultural terms The pyramids are a monumental part of Egypt’s history. stimulate /STIM-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to encourage something to grow, develop, or become active The new exhibit will stimulate interest in ancient…
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Three new Kingdom tombs unearthed in Luxor ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum opening

2025年7月9日

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©Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you heard of Egypt before? If so, what do you know about its history? If not, what ancient cultures have you heard about? Do you know what a tomb is? If so, where have you seen one? If not, what do you think is inside it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. appreciate /uh-PREE-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to understand how good something is or to be thankful for something I appreciate your help with my school project. civilization /siv-uh-luh-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – human society…
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