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Extreme heat endangers health and safety

2024年6月27日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fatality /fey-TAL-i-tee/ [noun] – a death caused by an accident or by violence, or someone who has died in either of these ways The traffic accident resulted in several fatalities. elevated /EL-uh-vey-tid/ [adjective] – higher or increased in level, degree, or intensity Elevated temperatures during summer can lead to increased risks of heat-related illnesses. acclimatize /uh-KLAHY-muh-tahyz/ [verb] – to become accustomed to a new climate or environment It takes time for athletes to acclimatize to high-altitude conditions before competing in mountainous regions. heightened /HAI-tnd/ [adjective] – increased or intensified The recent spike in crime has led…
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Ancient DNA analysis uncovers pivotal horse evolution 4,200 years ago

2024年6月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about how animals change over time to better survive in their environments? Why do you think some species survive while others go extinct? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – (especially of accidents and other unexpected events) to happen The event will occur next week, so we need to prepare. domestication /duh-mes-ti-KAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of bringing animals or plants under human control in order to provide food, power, or company The domestication of dogs happened thousands of years ago. archaeological /ahr-kee-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective]…
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Ancient DNA analysis uncovers pivotal horse evolution 4,200 years ago

2024年6月26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 animals change over time to better survive in their environments? Do some species survive while others go extinct? 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。 likely /LAHYK-lee/ [adverb] – probably She will likely arrive before noon. cattle /KAT-l/ [noun] – large farm animals kept for their meat or milk The farmer raised cattle for beef production. society /suh-SAHY-i-tee/ [noun] – a group of people living together in a community; organized human life Our society values education and hard work. history /HIS-tree/ [noun] – the study of past events, particularly…
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Ancient DNA analysis uncovers pivotal horse evolution 4,200 years ago

2024年6月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important or critical, especially in affecting the future or outcome of something The invention of the printing press was a pivotal moment in the history of communication. dominant /DOM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – having power and influence over others Lions are dominant animals in their habitats, often leading prides of other lions. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – relating to genes or heredity, particularly the study of how traits are passed down through generations Genetic research has led to significant breakthroughs in understanding inherited diseases. mutation /myoo-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change in the DNA sequence…
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Regan Smith shatters records and hearts

2024年6月25日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns / [noun] – continued effort and determination in spite of difficulties or opposition Despite facing many challenges, his perseverance in learning English paid off when he passed the exam. accompany /uh-KUHM-puh-nee / [verb] – to go along with someone or something; to be present or occur at the same time as something else His anxiety was accompanied by sweaty palms and a racing heart during the presentation. solace /SOL-is / [noun] – comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness After a long day, she found solace in her favorite book, escaping…
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Regan Smith shatters records and hearts

2024年6月25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 enjoy swimming? What types of swimming styles do you know? 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。 path /PATH / [noun] – the route or track that one takes to reach a destination or goal She followed a difficult path to success, overcoming many obstacles along the way. mental /MEN-tl/ [adjective] – relating to the mind, thoughts, or feelings His mental strength helped him stay focused during the challenging exam. psychologist /sahy-KOL-uh-jist / [noun] – a person who studies and treats the human mind and its disorders The…
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Regan Smith shatters records and hearts

2024年6月25日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you enjoy most about swimming? What types of swimming styles do you know? Can you describe or demonstrate one of those styles? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. determination /dih-tur-muh-NAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the quality of being determined to do or achieve something Her determination to succeed helped her win the swimming competition. maintain /meyn-TEYN/ [verb] – to continue to have; to keep in existence He tries to maintain a healthy diet to stay fit for swimming. obstacle /OB-stuh-kuhl/ [noun] – something that blocks your way so that movement or…
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Mexican governor foresees avocado export resumption amid security incident

2024年6月24日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are some everyday products or items that you rely on, and how do you think they are produced or sourced? When you hear about disruptions in international trade, such as suspensions of exports or imports, what do you think might be the reasons behind such actions? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inspection /in-SPEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the official examination or assessment carried out by authorities to ensure compliance with health standards or regulations The restaurant underwent a thorough inspection to ensure food safety standards were met. resumption /ri-ZUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Intermediate

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