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Research reveals extinction of 610 bird species and its causes

2024年10月20日

Birds

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you feel if a local bird you enjoy watching disappeared forever? What are some human activities that might lead to the extinction of animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. flightless /FLAHYT-lis/ [adjective] – not able to fly The ostrich is a flightless bird that can run very fast. ecologist /ih-KOL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a person who studies the natural relationships between the air, land, water, animals, plants, etc. The ecologist spent years researching the impact of pollution on marine life. rely on /ri-LAHY on/ [phrasal verb] – to depend…
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Intermediate

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Research reveals extinction of 610 bird species and its causes

2024年10月20日

Birds

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Polar bears rely on the Arctic ice as their natural habitat. frugivore /FROO-juh-vawr/ [noun] – animals that primarily eat fruit Many species of bats are frugivores, helping spread seeds by eating and discarding fruit. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to develop or change gradually, often into a more complex or advanced form Birds are believed to have evolved from certain species of dinosaurs. predator /PRED-uh-ter/ [noun] – an animal that hunts, kills, and eats other animals In the ocean, sharks are some…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

2024年10月19日

BRIX IIMG (4)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Can you describe how hurricanes are different from other types of storms? How do people prepare for the possible dangers before a hurricane hits? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hurricane /HUR-i-keyn/ [noun] – a violent windstorm, especially one with a circular motion, occurring over warm tropical oceans The hurricane destroyed many houses along the coast last summer. evacuate /ih-VAK-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to remove someone from a dangerous place to a safe one The school decided to evacuate students when the fire alarm rang. shelter /SHEL-ter/ [noun] – a structure that…
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Intermediate

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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

2024年10月19日

BRIX IIMG (4)

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submerged /suhb-MURJD/ [adjective] – to describe something that stays under the surface of the water The submerged ruins of the ancient city can only be seen during low tide. refuge /REF-yooj/ [noun] – a place of safety or shelter Many sought refuge in the mountains during the dangerous storm that hit the city. mobilize /MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to prepare and organize for active service or to move into action The community mobilized volunteers to help clean up after the flooding incident. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental Teamwork is…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

2024年10月19日

BRIX IIMG (4)

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 hurricanes different from other types of storms? Do you prepare for natural disasters before they hit? 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。 floodwater /FLUHD-waw-ter/ [noun] – water that covers an area during a flood The floodwaters rose quickly, covering the streets and homes. neighbor /NEY-ber/ [noun] – someone who lives near you My neighbor invited us over for dinner last night. together /tuh-GETH-er/ [adverb] – with each other, at the same time or place Let’s study together for the math test tomorrow. federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to…
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Beginner

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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

2024年10月18日

BRIX IIMG (5)

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is the purpose of a moon in space? Can you think of any specific ways that Earth’s moon affects our planet? Can you name some planets that have moons? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scheduled /SKEH-joold/ [adjective] – arranged for a particular time The meeting is scheduled for next Tuesday at 10 AM. instrument /IN-struh-muhnt/ [noun] – a tool or device used for a specific purpose, especially in science or music The doctor used a special instrument to check my heartbeat. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or…
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Intermediate

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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

2024年10月18日

BRIX IIMG (5)

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 Earth’s moon affect our planet in specific ways? Do other planets have moons? 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。 prepare /pri-PAIR/ [verb] – to make something or someone ready for something I will prepare my bag for school. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time, but not exactly that number or time The train arrives in approximately ten minutes. believe /bih-LEEV/ [verb] – to think that something is true or real I believe in fairytales and magic. layer /LEY-er/ [noun] – a level of…
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Beginner

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