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West Virginia airport uses Border Collies to ensure flight safety

©(AP Photo/John Raby) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indispensable / in-di-SPEN-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – very important; cannot be replaced Nurses play an indispensable role in hospitals by helping doctors care for patients. collision /kuh-LIZH-uhn/ [noun] – an accident where two things hit each other The ship avoided collisions by using radar. patrol /puh-TROHL/ [verb] – to walk or move around an area to keep it safe Police patrol the streets every night to keep the city safe. biologist /bahy-OL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies plants, animals, and living things The biologist is helping the zoo take care of the animals. aviation…
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Nevada fish may gain protection due to habitat threats and drought

©Nathan Hurner/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 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 heard of a fish that lives in only one place? Do you know what happens when a species becomes endangered? 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。 suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to say an idea for someone to think about or try She suggested a new game for the group. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – different from what is usual or normal That flower has an unusual shape. agreement /uh-GREE-muhnt/ [noun] – a decision made by two or more people…
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Nevada fish may gain protection due to habitat threats and drought

©Nathan Hurner/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. agricultural /a-gruh-KUHL-chr-uhl/ [adjective] – used for or relating to farming Agricultural land is important for growing food for people. redefine /ree-duh-FINE/ [verb] – to change the meaning or purpose of something The company wants to redefine success for its workers. undermine /uhn-der-MAHYN/ [verb] – to make someone or something weaker or less effective Bad habits may undermine your health slowly. irreversible /ir-i-VUR-suh-buhl/ [adjective] – not able to be changed back to an earlier state Climate change can cause irreversible damage to nature. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a suggestion…
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Nevada fish may gain protection due to habitat threats and drought

©Nathan Hurner/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service via AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard of a fish that lives in only one place? If so, where did it live? If not, what do you think it eats? Do you know what happens when a species becomes endangered? If so, what can help the species? If not, what do you think people should do? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. propose /pruh-POHZ/ [verb] – to offer or suggest a plan or idea for others to consider The teacher proposed a class trip to the…
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Loose kangaroo causes concern in Colorado city

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think it would be like to take care of a wild animal? If you could have any animal as a pet, what would it be? Why would you choose that animal? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. energetic /en-er-JET-ik/ [adjective] – having or showing a lot of energy The dog was too energetic to stay in the house all day. transport /TRANS-pawrt/ [noun] – the act of moving something from one place to another The truck was used for the safe transport of goods to the market. exotic…
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Loose kangaroo causes concern in Colorado city

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. retrieve /ri-TREEV/ [verb] – to get something back after it was lost or misplaced The worker retrieved the tool from the storage room. articulate /ahr-TIK-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to express an idea or thought clearly in words The manager articulated the project goals in the meeting. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful watch and attention to avoid danger The lifeguard’s vigilance keeps swimmers safe at the beach. defensive /dih-FEN-siv/ [adjective] – used to protect against danger or attack The dog made a defensive bark when a stranger walked by. recurrent /ri-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening again and again over…
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Loose kangaroo causes concern in Colorado city

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 feel scared if you saw a big animal near your home? Do you think it is safe to keep big animals like kangaroos at home? 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。 police /puh-LEES/ [noun] – the group of people who enforce the law and help keep the community safe The police arrived quickly to help after the car accident. catch /kach / [verb] – to stop and hold something that is moving The teacher tried to catch the dog when it ran into the classroom. easily /EE-zuh-lee/…
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