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The red-cockaded woodpecker downlisted to “threatened” after major recovery efforts

2024年11月16日

BRIX IIMG (17)

©AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, File 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。 Does anything change when a species’ status is changed from “endangered” to “threatened”? Can certain actions help endangered species recover? 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。 forest /fawr-ist/ [noun] – a large area of land covered with trees The forest is home to many wild animals. threatened /THREH-tnd/ [adjective] – in danger of becoming extinct Some animals are now listed as threatened species. cluster /KLUHS-ter / [noun] – a group of similar things gathered together A cluster of stars shone brightly in the sky….
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Greek runner, 88, defies age by completing 41st Athens marathon

2024年11月15日

Marathon

©REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki 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 thought about running long distances like a marathon? Can you suggest one way to stay healthy? 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。 runner /RUHN-er/ [noun] – a person who runs, especially in races The runner finished the race with a personal best time. path /path/ [noun] – a track or way made by or for people walking The hikers followed a narrow path through the forest. cheer /cheer/ [verb] – to shout for joy, support, or encouragement The crowd cheered as the team scored…
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Greek runner, 88, defies age by completing 41st Athens marathon

2024年11月15日

Marathon

©REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do people prepare for a marathon? What are some of the benefits of running or participating in marathons? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. barrier /BAR-ee-er/ [noun] – an obstacle or limit that prevents movement or progress. He broke down the barriers that were stopping him from succeeding. messenger /MES-uhn-jer/ [noun] – someone who takes a message or documents from one person to another She became a messenger for the group, spreading news across the city. victory /VIK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – an occasion when you win a game, competition,…
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Greek runner, 88, defies age by completing 41st Athens marathon

2024年11月15日

Marathon

©REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inhibit /in-HIB-it/ [verb] – to prevent or restrain an action or process Strict rules often inhibit creativity in the classroom. battlefield /BAT-l-feeld/ [noun] – a place where a battle is being fought or has been fought in the past The old battlefield is now a peaceful park visited by tourists. excessive /ik-SES-iv/ [adjective] – too much The excessive use of plastic is harmful to the environment. regimen /REJ-uh-muhn/ [noun] – a planned course, especially of diet, exercise, or medical treatment, designed to improve or maintain health She followed a strict skincare regimen to improve…
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The giant salmon carp, once feared extinct, has reappeared in the Mekong River amid conservation efforts

2024年11月14日

BRIX IIMG (16)

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。 Could you tell me an extinct animal you know? Does the environment change when an animal goes 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。 extinct /ik-STINGKT/ [adjective] – (of a species) no longer in existence Dinosaurs are extinct because they did not survive the changes. spot /spot/ [verb] – to see or notice someone or something I spotted my friend in the crowd. knob /nob/ [noun] – refers to a prominent, rounded part or growth on an animal’s body part The animal had a strange knob on its head…
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The giant salmon carp, once feared extinct, has reappeared in the Mekong River amid conservation efforts

2024年11月14日

BRIX IIMG (16)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing fear or respect due to being large, powerful, or difficult The mountain’s formidable cliffs deter even the most experienced climbers. industrial /in-DUHS-tree-uhl/ [adejctive] – related to or used in industry The city’s industrial area is known for its massive factories and warehouses. rampant /RAM-puhnt/ [adjective] – existing or spreading in an uncontrolled way Rampant rumors about the merger caused panic among the employees. inadequacy /in-AD-i-kwuh-see/ [noun] – the quality of not being good enough or not being sufficient The report highlighted the inadequacy of current safety measures at the plant. emblematic…
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The giant salmon carp, once feared extinct, has reappeared in the Mekong River amid conservation efforts

2024年11月14日

BRIX IIMG (16)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is an extinct animal? What happens to the environment when an animal goes extinct? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reappear /ree-uh-PEER/ [verb] – to appear again after being gone or hidden for a period of time The bird was thought to be gone, but it suddenly reappeared in the forest. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – a single example or sample of something, especially for scientific study The scientist carefully examined the plant specimen under a microscope. overfishing /ow-vr-FI-shuhng/ [noun] – the practice of catching too many fish, causing a decline…
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