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The rise of lab-grown meat industry faces hurdles despite growing demand

2024年5月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. protein /proh-teen/ [noun] – a substance found in foods such as meat, milk, and eggs, which is necessary for the body to grow and be strong Eating foods rich in protein, like chicken and fish, can help you stay healthy and strong. historically /hi-STAWR-ik-lee/ [adverb] – relating to the past Historically, people used to rely on hunting and gathering for their food. cultured /KUHL-cherd/ [adjective] – referring to the process of producing meat in a controlled environment, such as a lab or a factory, rather than raising animals for slaughter The cultured meat industry is rapidly…
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The rise of lab-grown meat industry faces hurdles despite growing demand

2024年5月7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 “cultured meat” is? Do you believe cultured meat could become a widely accepted alternative to traditional meat in the future? 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。 regular /REG-yuh-ler / [adjective] – typical or conventional The bakery sells regular bread made with traditional ingredients, but they also offer gluten-free options for customers with dietary restrictions. effort /EF-ert / [noun] – physical or mental activity needed to achieve something She put a lot of effort into her homework to get good grades. lab /lab/ [noun] – a…
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The rise of lab-grown meat industry faces hurdles despite growing demand

2024年5月7日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your understanding of the term “cultured meat”? How do you think it is produced? Do you believe that cultured meat could become a widely accepted alternative to traditional meat in the future? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pop up /pop uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to appear or emerge suddenly or unexpectedly During our road trip, several roadside cafes popped up, offering fresh snacks and drinks. alternative /awl-TUR-nuh-tiv/ [noun] – a choice or option that is different from what is usual or expected Instead of…
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California schools bring back cursive writing for better learning

2024年5月6日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. With the rise of technology, particularly computer keyboards and tablets, how has the learning experience in your country been influenced? Have you ever encountered cursive handwriting before, either in educational materials, documents, or other sources? If yes, how would you describe your impressions of cursive writing? If not, would you be interested in learning cursive, and why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. tradition /truh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief, principle, or way of acting that people in a particular society or group have continued to follow for a…
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California schools bring back cursive writing for better learning

2024年5月6日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. embrace /em-BREYS/ [verb] – to accept something enthusiastically She decided to embrace the new opportunity and pursue a career in a different field. revival /ri-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the process of becoming more active or popular again The old theater’s revival brought a renewed sense of excitement to the neighborhood, attracting larger audiences for its performances. elegance /EL-i-guhns/ [noun] – the quality of being graceful, stylish, and pleasing in appearance or behavior The handwritten letter, with its flowing script and carefully chosen words, conveyed a sense of elegance that modern communication often lacks. omission /oh-MISH-uhn/ [noun] –…
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California schools bring back cursive writing for better learning

2024年5月6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。 Has the learning experience in your country been influenced by the rise of technology, particularly computer keyboards and tablets? Have you ever encountered cursive handwriting before, either in educational materials, documents, or other sources? 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。 handwriting /HAND-rahy-ting/ [noun] – the particular way in which someone forms letters with a pen or pencil Her neat handwriting on the thank-you card was admired by everyone. former /FAWR-mer / [adjective] – of or in an earlier time; before the present time or in the past In her…
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Cave bones redefine early Homo sapiens history in Europe

2024年5月5日

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©Reuters Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about the early history of human beings? Where do you imagine these early humans lived, and what challenges do you think they faced in their environments? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. belief /bih-LEEF/ [noun] – a conviction or acceptance that something is true or exists The community held a strong belief in the power of unity. adapt /uh-DAPT/ [verb] – to adjust or change in response to new conditions or circumstances The plants had to adapt to the arid environment by developing…
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