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Scientists uncover secret to boiling the perfect egg

2025年2月18日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chalky /CHAW-kee/ [adjective] – dry, crumbly, and powdery in texture The overcooked potatoes had a chalky texture, making them less enjoyable to eat. velvety /VEL-vi-tee/ [adjective] – smooth, soft, and rich in texture or appearance The chef’s new technique ensured a velvety texture in the chocolate mousse, making it a favorite among the judges. duration /doo-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the length of time something lasts The duration of the online course was extended to accommodate students who needed more time to complete assignments. avian /EY-vee-uhn/ [adjective] – relating to birds Scientists are studying avian migration patterns to…
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Scientists uncover secret to boiling the perfect egg

2025年2月18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 think cooking is more about skill or following steps? Would you be willing to wait longer for a better-cooked egg? 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。 temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – a measure of how hot or cold something is The researchers measured the temperature of the ocean to track climate changes. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something Scientists are testing a new method for recycling plastic waste efficiently. involve /in-VOLV/ [verb] – to include something as a necessary part The training program involves…
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Scientists uncover secret to boiling the perfect egg

2025年2月18日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes a boiled egg taste good? What do you think is more important in cooking—speed or quality? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. yolk /yohk/ [noun] – the yellow part of an egg that contains nutrients The baker carefully separated the yolk from the white to make a fluffy meringue. undercooked /uhn-dr-KUKT/ [adjective] – not cooked enough or not fully cooked The chef sent the steak back to the grill because it was undercooked and still raw in the middle. unevenly /uh-NEE-vuhn-lee/ [adverb] – in an…
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Massive snake removal operation unfolds in Sydney suburb

2025年2月17日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What would you do if you found a snake in your yard or near your house? How do you think weather changes affect animals in nature? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. venomous /VEN-uh-muhs/ [adjective] – containing poison that can harm or kill Scientists discovered a venomous spider inside the cave, which was dangerous to humans. resident /REZ-i-duhnt/ [noun] – a person who lives in a particular place The resident of the small town was happy to see new businesses opening. shocking /SHOK-ing/ [adjective] – very surprising in a way that…
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Massive snake removal operation unfolds in Sydney suburb

2025年2月17日

snakes

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 snakes are scary? Do you think climate change affects animal behavior? 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。 property /PROP-er-tee/ [noun] – a piece of land or a building that belongs to someone They inherited a large property with a farmhouse and a barn in the countryside. several /SEV-er-uhl/ [adjective] – more than two but not a large number Several students stayed after class to ask the teacher questions. pile /pahyl/ [noun] – a group of things stacked or gathered together There was a pile of dirty…
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Massive snake removal operation unfolds in Sydney suburb

2025年2月17日

snakes

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. slither /SLITH-er/ [verb] – to move smoothly over a surface with a twisting or oscillating motion, like a snake She watched the lizard slither between the rocks. gravid /GRAV-id/ [adjective] – pregnant, especially in reference to animals carrying eggs or young The gravid sea turtle crawled onto the beach, searching for a safe place to lay her eggs. aggregation /ag-ri-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a group or collection of things or individuals gathered together The aggregation of migrating birds in the wetlands attracted researchers from around the world. congregation /kong-gri-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a large group of people, animals,…
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Workplace napping gains attention as companies weigh productivity and well-being

2025年2月16日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cognitive /KOG-ni-tiv/ [adjective] – connected with thinking or conscious mental processes The brain exercises are designed to improve cognitive skills, such as memory and focus. efficiency /ih-FISH-uhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of doing something well with no waste of time or resources The new software increased efficiency by reducing the time needed to process data. regulation /reg-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – an official rule or law that controls how something is done The company must follow safety regulations to ensure a secure working environment. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, or experienced,…
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Workplace napping gains attention as companies weigh productivity and well-being

2025年2月16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。 Have you ever felt sleepy while working or studying? Do you think people in your country take naps often? 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。 alertness /uh-LURT-nuhs/ [noun] – the state of being watchful and quick to notice things Drinking coffee in the morning improves my alertness at work. productivity /proh-duhk-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the rate at which a person or company produces goods or services Good sleep increases productivity, so people work faster. function /FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] –the ability to work or operate effectively Too much stress affects brain function….
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