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ALOS-4 satellite successfully launched to enhance Earth observations and national security

2024年7月13日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you hear the term space exploration? Do you think space exploration has advantages? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rocket /ROK-it/ [noun] – a large cylinder-shaped object that moves very fast by forcing out burning gases, used for space travel or as a weapon The rocket soared into the sky, leaving a trail of smoke behind. engineering /EN-juh-neer-ing/ [noun] – the branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures Engineering involves solving complex…
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Australia increases visa fees to manage migration surge and enhance education integrity

2024年7月12日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you considered studying abroad? If yes, where are you thinking of studying? If not, what are your reasons for not considering it? What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. minister /MIN-uh-ster/ [noun] – a government official who heads a specific department or ministry The Minister of Education announced new initiatives to improve school facilities across the country. treat /treet/ [verb] – to behave towards someone or deal with something in a particular way The teacher treats all students equally, regardless of their…
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Australia increases visa fees to manage migration surge and enhance education integrity

2024年7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。 Have you considered studying abroad? Which country is famous in your country for studying abroad? 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。 visa /VEE-zuh/ [noun] – an official document or endorsement on a passport, permitting someone to enter and stay in a country for a specific purpose, such as study, work, or tourism She applied for a student visa to study in Australia for the upcoming academic year. instead /in-STED/ [adverb] – in place of; as an alternative or substitute She decided to stay home instead of going to the…
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Beginner

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Australia increases visa fees to manage migration surge and enhance education integrity

2024年7月12日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rationale /rash-uh-NAL/ [noun] – the reasons or intentions that cause a particular set of beliefs or actions The rationale behind the new policy was to promote environmental sustainability and reduce carbon emissions. loophole /LOOP-hohl/ [noun] – a technicality or ambiguity in a law or regulation that allows someone to avoid a certain requirement or restriction The legal team discovered a loophole in the tax code that enabled the company to minimize its taxable income significantly. prerequisite /pri-REK-wuh-zit/ [noun] – something that must exist or happen before something else can exist or happen Passing the entrance exam…
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Brazilian claims world’s largest shirt collection with 6,101 pieces of history

2024年7月11日

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©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What types of items are most likely to be collected as hobbies or passions? What motivates individuals to start and maintain collections of specific items? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mere /meer/ [adjective] – only or nothing more than Beyond mere ingredients, the chef sees her dishes as a celebration of local culture and tradition, infused with flavors that evoke memories of childhood. found /found/ [verb] – to establish or bring something into existence Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002 to revolutionize space exploration. value /VAL-yoo/ [verb] –…
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Intermediate

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Brazilian claims world’s largest shirt collection with 6,101 pieces of history

2024年7月11日

Brazilian

©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli 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 collect anything as a hobby or passion? Do you believe collecting items can be a meaningful hobby? 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。 amazing /uh-MEY-zing/ [adjective] – extremely surprising It was amazing to see her solve the complex puzzle in under a minute. item /AHY-tuhm/ [noun] – one thing that is a part of a list or a collection of things Each item on the menu looked delicious, making it hard to choose just one. sign /sahyn/ [verb] – to write one’s name on something,…
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Brazilian claims world’s largest shirt collection with 6,101 pieces of history

2024年7月11日

Brazilian

©REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. memorabilia /mem-er-uh-BIL-ee-uh/ [noun] – objects that are collected because they are connected with a person or event that is thought to be very interesting After the concert, she eagerly sought out memorabilia such as signed posters and guitar picks to commemorate the experience. encapsulate /en-KAP-suh-leyt/ [verb] – to express or contain (an idea, feeling, or quality) in a concise or summarized form; to embody or represent The artist’s painting encapsulates the serenity of a tranquil forest scene, capturing every detail with remarkable clarity. triumph /TRAHY-uhmf/ [noun] – significant achievements or successes, especially in the…
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