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Decline of North American bird populations raises conservation concerns

2025年3月20日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think birds need to survive and stay healthy? What kinds of things would you want to learn about birds if you were a scientist? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. decline /dih-KLAHYN/ [noun] – a decrease in the number, value, or quality of something There have been major declines in the number of students joining the science club this year. waterfowl /WAW-ter-foul/ [noun] – any bird that spends much of its life on or around a river or lake, especially one that is shot for food or sport…
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Decline of North American bird populations raises conservation concerns

2025年3月20日

flock

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 think birds are important to the environment? Have you ever noticed fewer birds in your area over time? 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。 experience /ik-SPEER-ee-uhns/ [verb] – to have something happen to you or to be affected by something Many students have experienced stress before taking a big exam. main /meyn/ [adjective] – most important or central The main reason for the delay was bad weather. drop /drop/ [verb] – to become lower in amount, level, or value The price of gas has dropped significantly this…
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Royal Mint honors John Lennon with commemorative coin collection

2025年3月19日

JLenon

©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is special about music? What do you think makes a song or musician memorable for many years? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. series /SEER-eez/ [noun] – a number of things, events, or people of a similar kind following one after another The TV network released a new series about famous inventors, showcasing their remarkable contributions to science. detailed /dih-TEYLD/ [adjective] – showing or giving a lot of information with careful attention to small parts The architect presented a detailed blueprint…
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Royal Mint honors John Lennon with commemorative coin collection

2025年3月19日

JLenon

©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments 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 ever seen a special coin or a collectible item before? Would you be interested in owning a coin that features a famous person? 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。 coin /koin/ [noun] – a flat, typically round piece of metal used as money She found an old coin from the 1800s while cleaning her attic. honor /ON-er/ [verb] – to show respect or admiration for someone or something The city held a ceremony to honor the firefighters who saved many lives….
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Royal Mint honors John Lennon with commemorative coin collection

2025年3月19日

JLenon

©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commemorative /kuh-MEM-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to honor or remember someone or something The school held a commemorative ceremony to honor past students who had made significant contributions to the community. tribute /TRIB-yoot/ [noun] – something done, given, or said to show respect or admiration The band played a special song as a tribute to their late drummer. inscribe /in-SKRAHYB/ [verb] – to write or carve words onto something, especially for permanent display Her name was inscribed on a trophy for her outstanding performance. resonate /REZ-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to produce an…
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Ancient fossil discovery in Spain reveals early human presence in western Europe

2025年3月18日

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©(Maria D. Guillén/IPHES-CERCA, Elena Santos/CENIEH via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think life was like for people who lived a million years ago? If you could travel back in time to meet early humans, what questions would you ask them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cheekbone /CHEEK-bohn/ [noun] – the bone that forms the prominent part of the cheek During the accident, he bruised his cheekbone, causing swelling on his face. jaw /jaw/ [noun] – the lower part of the face that moves when you talk or eat; the bones that…
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Ancient fossil discovery in Spain reveals early human presence in western Europe

2025年3月18日

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©(Maria D. Guillén/IPHES-CERCA, Elena Santos/CENIEH 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。 Would you like to visit a place where ancient fossils were found? Do you think it’s possible for scientists to learn about people from thousands of years ago? 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。 consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to think about something as true or as having a particular quality This painting is considered one of the most valuable artworks in the museum. reach /reech/ [verb] – to arrive at a place They finally reached the top of the mountain after hours…
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Ancient fossil discovery in Spain reveals early human presence in western Europe

2025年3月18日

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©(Maria D. Guillén/IPHES-CERCA, Elena Santos/CENIEH via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. skull /skuhl/ [noun] – the bony structure that forms the head and protects the brain Archaeologists found a skull belonging to a prehistoric animal in the cave. venture /VEN-cher/ [verb] – to go somewhere that is unknown, dangerous, or risky The explorers ventured deep into the Amazon rainforest to study rare plants. fragment /FRAG-muhnt/ [noun] – a small part or piece that has broken off or been separated from something A fragment of the ancient vase was discovered near the temple ruins. arduous /AHR-joo-uhs/ [adjective] – requiring a lot…
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