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Rescued lion and bear begin new lives in German sanctuaries

2026年1月3日

Lion Bear Rescued

©(Four Paws via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think animals need to feel safe and healthy? What comes to your mind when you hear the word “animal rescue”? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. captivity /kap-TI-vuh-tee/ [noun] – the state of being kept in a closed or controlled place Long periods of captivity can affect an animal’s health and behavior. property /PRO-pur-tee/ [noun] – a piece of land or a building owned by a person or group The police searched the property after receiving a report. trade /treyd/ [noun] – the activity…
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Panda twins at Ueno Zoological Gardens prepare for return to China

2026年1月2日

Ueno Panda

©(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people become attached to certain animals? If you could choose one animal to see up close, what would it be and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of nature, animals, or resources Conservation is important to protect forests from illegal logging. host /hohst/ [verb] – to provide a place or service for an event, activity, or group The city will host an international sports competition next year. departure /dih-PAR-cher/ [noun] – the act of leaving a place…
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Panda twins at Ueno Zoological Gardens prepare for return to China

2026年1月2日

Ueno Panda

©(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) 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 visited a zoo? Do you think animals can help people learn about nature? 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。 giant /JAHY-uhnt/ [adjective] – very large in size A giant ship entered the harbor early in the morning. agreement /uh-GREE-muhnt/ [noun] – a formal decision or plan accepted by two or more sides The schools signed an agreement to share learning resources. certain /SUR-tn/ [adjective] – fixed or known but not exact The library is closed for a certain period during repairs. crowd /kroud/…
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Panda twins at Ueno Zoological Gardens prepare for return to China

2026年1月2日

Ueno Panda

©(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inevitable /ih-NEV-uh-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided Due to limited time, a final decision became inevitable for the project team. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – right or acceptable for a particular purpose or situation The company searched for a suitable location to open a new training center. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make a problem or difficult situation less severe The city added more buses to alleviate traffic congestion during rush hour. commemorate /kuh-MEM-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to honor or remember an important event or achievement The school held a…
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Excavation uncovers longest continuous ancient wall in Jerusalem, supporting 2,100-year-old ceasefire account

2026年1月1日

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©AP Photo/Leo Correa Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What old buildings exist in your city? How are they protected today? What holidays are linked to historical events? Why are they remembered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deliberate /di-LIB-er-it/ [adjetive] – done on purpose The action was deliberate, not accidental. support /suh-PORT/ [verb] – to help prove something is true Evidence helped support the theory. layered /LAY-erd/ [adjective] – having many levels or periods The city has a layered past. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to show or explain clearly Artifacts illustrate past life. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective]…
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Excavation uncovers longest continuous ancient wall in Jerusalem, supporting 2,100-year-old ceasefire account

2026年1月1日

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©AP Photo/Leo Correa Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. systematic /sis-tuh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – done according to a fixed plan or method The excavation followed a systematic research design. congruent /KONG-groo-uhnt/ [adjective] – consistent or matching with something else The findings were congruent with historical writings. sovereignty /SOV-rin-tee/ [noun] – supreme authority or power The palace symbolized political sovereignty. fortification /Pronunciation: /for-tuh-fi-KAY-shuhn// [noun] – Meaning: a defensive wall or structure The fortification protected the ancient city. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The length of the wall was unprecedented. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check…
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Renewable-energy plan near Atacama site raises alarm over risks to global astronomy research

2025年12月31日

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©AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, 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。 Have science projects been discussed in your school or community? Have any development plans caused concern in your area? 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。 increase /in-KREES/ [verb] – to become larger in amount or number Prices can increase during holidays. disturb /di-STURB/ [verb] – to interrupt or make something stop Loud sounds can disturb someone sleeping. change /verb/ [CHEYNJ] – to make or become different New rules can change how people work. block /verb/ [to stop something from passing] – A tall building can…
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Renewable-energy plan near Atacama site raises alarm over risks to global astronomy research

2025年12月31日

Cris-News (58)

©AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What science projects have been discussed in your school or community? How did people learn about their importance? What development plans have caused concern in your area? What were the main reasons for the concern? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interrupt /in-ter-UHPT/ [verb] – to stop something for a short time Noise from the street can interrupt a lesson. weaken /WEE-kuhn/ [verb] – to make something less strong Heavy rain can weaken the signal of a radio. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something smaller or…
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Renewable-energy plan near Atacama site raises alarm over risks to global astronomy research

2025年12月31日

©AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undermine /UHN-der-mahyn/ [verb] – to make something weaker or less effective The change in regulations could undermine long-term research goals. adverse /AD-vurs/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect The team warned that adverse conditions would slow future discoveries. compromise /KOM-pruh-mahyz/ [verb] – to damage something or put it at risk Even slight vibrations could compromise telescope accuracy. acute /uh-KYOOT/ [adjective] – very serious or severe Scientists described the risk as an acute challenge to astronomy. diminish /Pronunciation: /dih-MIN-ish// [verb] – to reduce or make something become less New light sources…
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