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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032
©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images 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 have a tree in your backyard? Have you ever heard about planting trees to help the environment? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – a vigorous or determined attempt to achieve something, often involving strenuous exertion or undertaking With great effort, she completed the challenging hike to the mountain summit. duty /DOO-tee/ [noun] – something that you have to do because it is part of your job, or something that you feel is the right thing to do As…
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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032
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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032
©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The school launched an initiative to promote mental health awareness among students. allocate /AL-uh-keyt / [verb] – to distribute or designate resources, such as funds or time, for a particular purpose or task The project manager decided to allocate additional funds to speed up the completion of the construction project. innovative /IN-uh-vey-tiv/ [adjective] – using new methods or ideas The tech company introduced innovative features in its latest smartphone model. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing…
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Kenya declares National Tree Planting Day on November 13 to grow 15 billion trees by 2032
©Arterra/Universal Images Group Editorial/Getty Images Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about trees, and why are they important? Have you ever planted a tree or seen someone planting a tree? If yes, can you share your experience? If not, what do you think might be involved in planting a tree? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who is a member of a particular country and who has rights because of being born there or because of being given rights, or a person who lives in a particular…
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a volcanic eruption, and how does it impact the surrounding areas? Can you recall any recent or historical volcanic eruptions and their consequences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. threat /thret/ [noun] – a statement or indication that someone or something is likely to cause harm or danger The government issued a threat warning, urging citizens to stay vigilant during the potential volcanic eruption. earthquake /URTH-kweyk / [noun] – the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth’s lithosphere that…
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík
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 volcanic eruption is? Does volcanic eruption impact the surrounding areas? 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 severe consequences The earthquake was serious, causing buildings to shake. possibility /pos-uh-BIL-i-tee / [noun] – The state or fact of being possible. There was a possibility of a volcanic eruption in the region. embassy /EM-buh-see / [noun] – the official residence or offices of an ambassador in a foreign country The ambassador resides in the embassy in Washington, D.C. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective]…
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Iceland declares state of emergency as imminent volcanic eruption threatens town of Grindavík
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. issue /ISH-oo/ [verb] – to supply or distribute officially The government decided to issue evacuation orders to ensure the safety of the residents. hazard /HAZ-erd/ [noun] – a danger or risk Authorities warned residents about the potential hazards associated with the volcanic activity. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to get or bring something back, especially from a place where it should not be Residents were allowed a brief window to retrieve essential belongings during the evacuation. prompt /prompt/ [verb] – to encourage or assist (someone to do something) Authorities prompted residents to leave their homes quickly and…
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Morning workouts show weight loss promise, a new study suggests
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. clinical /KLIN-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – used to refer to medical work or teaching that relates to the examination and treatment of ill people The clinical study focused on improving medical teaching methods for the thorough examination and treatment of patients. sedentary /SED-n-ter-ee/ [adjective] – involving little exercise or physical activity A sedentary job with minimal physical activity can contribute to health issues like obesity and cardiovascular problems. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete, including everything that is necessary The comprehensive report covered all aspects of the research, providing a complete understanding of the topic. definitive /dih-FIN-i-tiv/ [adjective] –…
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