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Justin Boots launches timeless roper boot collection

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©Justin Women’s Red Mckean 7″ Lace-Up Roper Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever worn or seen someone wear roper boots? If so, what do you know about their design and purpose? Can you name any famous brands or iconic individuals associated with roper boots? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genuine /JEN-yoo-in/ [adjective] – truly what something is said to be; authentic The antique shop sold genuine vintage items, including a 100-year-old pocket watch. classic /KLAS-ic/ [adjective] – having a high quality or standard against which other things are judged Sarah wore a classic…
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Shizuoka distillery fuels Japan’s whisky boom

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the ingredients used in making different types of whiskies or spirits? How do you think whisky or spirits are perceived by different age groups or cultural backgrounds? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. expand /ik-SPAND/ [verb] – to increase in size, number, or importance, or to make something increase in this way The company aims to expand its market reach by targeting international customers. compromise /KOM-pruh-mahyz / [noun] – an agreement in an argument in which the people involved reduce their demands or change their opinion…
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Shizuoka distillery fuels Japan’s whisky boom

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [noun] – a person or organization that is the first to start work in a new area, introduce a new idea, etc. Marie Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity, making groundbreaking discoveries that laid the foundation for modern nuclear physics. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else The subsequent quarter’s financial report displayed a notable increase in profits for the company, indicating growth after the implementation of its new marketing strategy. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to be greater than a number or amount, or to go past an allowed limit…
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Shizuoka distillery fuels Japan’s whisky boom

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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。 Are you familiar with the history of whisky or spirit production in any specific country or region? Do you know about the ingredients used in making different types of whiskies or spirits? 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。 demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – the desire or need for a particular product or service within a specific market or among consumers The demand for organic produce has been steadily increasing among health-conscious consumers. celebrate /SEL-uh-breyt/ [verb] – to recognize an important occasion by taking part in an activity that makes it…
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Honda contemplates $14 billion EV production plan in Canada, Nikkei reports

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – very well known and important The prominent scientist received the Nobel Prize for her groundbreaking research in the field of medicine. establishment /ih-STAB-lish-muhnt / [noun] – the process or act of creating or setting up something new The establishment of a new business branch in the city contributed to the company’s expansion in the region. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The company introduced a green initiative to reduce its carbon footprint and promote sustainability within its operations. disclose /dih-SKLOHZ/ [verb] –…
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Honda contemplates $14 billion EV production plan in Canada, Nikkei reports

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think the shift towards electric vehicles might impact the global automotive market in the coming years? Can you name any automakers that have recently made significant strides in electric vehicle technology or manufacturing? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to officially state or declare the truth or validity of something The company will confirm the appointment by sending a confirmation email to all participants. investment /in-VEST-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of putting money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or get…
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Honda contemplates $14 billion EV production plan in Canada, Nikkei reports

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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 come across any specific trends or news stories lately related to electric vehicles or car manufacturing? Are electric vehicles common in your country? 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。 financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or how money is managed The company’s financial situation improved after implementing cost-saving measures. announce /uh-NOUNS/ [verb] – to make something known or tell people about something officially The company will announce its new product line during the press conference tomorrow. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to spend time thinking about a…
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