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The memoir Nobody’s Girl reaches one million copies worldwide

2026年1月7日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do nonfiction books often influence public opinion? If so, how? If not, why? Have you seen books create discussion in society? If so, where? If not, why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indicator /IN-di-key-ter/ [noun] – a sign that shows a condition Sales numbers are an indicator of interest. revive /ri-VIVE/ [verb] – to bring back interest The article revived public debate. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowledge or understanding The campaign raised awareness. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make stronger Education can strengthen understanding. response /ri-SPONTS/ [verb] – a reaction…
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Haruki Murakami honored in New York with major literary awards for global cultural impact

2026年1月6日

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©AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What awards are given to famous writers? Why are these awards important? What kinds of cultural events happen in large cities? Which events attract international audiences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. connection /connection /kuh-NEK-shuhn// [noun ] – a relationship between people or ideas The novel shows a strong connection to music. recognition /rek-ig-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – public praise or acknowledgment The author received recognition for his work. engagement /en-GAYJ-muhnt/ [noun] – active interest or involvement The program increased audience engagement. contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – something given to…
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Haruki Murakami honored in New York with major literary awards for global cultural impact

2026年1月6日

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©AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, 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。 Do writers receive awards? What events do people enjoy? 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。 career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or work someone does for a long time The writer has a long career in books. audience /AW-dee-uhns/ [noun] – the group of people who watch or listen to a performance The audience listened carefully to the reading. culture /KUHL-cher/ [noun] – the ideas, customs, and art of a group of people Music is an important part of culture. respect /ri-SPEKT/ [noun] – a…
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Haruki Murakami honored in New York with major literary awards for global cultural impact

2026年1月6日

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©AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paradigm /PAIR-uh-dime/ [noun] – a typical example or model The project became a paradigm for international cooperation. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The writer maintained a multifaceted creative career. interplay /IN-ter-play/ [noun] – the way two things affect each other Critics noted the interplay between music and narrative. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the ability to evoke shared meaning or emotion The story gained resonance with global readers. symbolic /sim-BOL-ik/ [adjective] – representing a larger idea The award held symbolic importance for writers. Article Reading: Please read the whole article….
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Kenyan elephant sanctuary gains global attention for indigenous-led conservation and community development

2026年1月5日

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©John Dowling 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 seen animals at a zoo or sanctuary? Do you help animals in the community? 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。 important //im-PAWR-tnt// [adjective] – having a lot of value or meaning Elephants are important animals. safe /SAYF/ [adjective] – not dangerous The milk is safe for elephants. job /JOB/ [noun] – work people do for money The sanctuary gives jobs to locals. strong /STRONG/ [adjective] – healthy and powerful The elephants grow strong. together /tuh-GETH-er/ [adective] – with others People work together at…
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Kenyan elephant sanctuary gains global attention for indigenous-led conservation and community development

2026年1月5日

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©John Dowling via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you seen animals at a zoo or sanctuary? If so, what animals did you see? If not, where can you see animals? Do people help animals in the community? If so, how do they help? If not, how can people help animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinctive /di-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – clearly different from others Reteti has a distinctive management structure. practical /PRAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – useful in real situations Goat’s milk was a practical choice for feeding. connected /kuh-NEK-tid/ [adjective] – joined or related Tourism…
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Kenyan elephant sanctuary gains global attention for indigenous-led conservation and community development

2026年1月5日

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©John Dowling via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paradigm shift //PAIR-uh-dime SHIFT// [noun phrase] – a significant change in ideas, methods, or systems The sanctuary represents a paradigm shift in how wildlife conservation is managed. innovative /IN-uh-vay-tiv/ [adjective] – introducing new ideas or methods The sanctuary used an innovative feeding strategy for elephants. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as part of a whole Elephants are integral to the region’s ecosystem. sustainable /suh-STAY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue without harming resources Sustainable tourism supports long-term development. replicable /REP-li-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be repeated or copied successfully Experts believe…
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Oscars to leave ABC and stream exclusively on YouTube worldwide starting in 2029

2026年1月4日

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©Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STOR-ik/ [adjective] – important in history or likely to be remembered The decision marked a historic moment for broadcast television. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The agreement created a multifaceted partnership between companies. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – power or influence over others The platform’s dominance continues to grow among younger viewers. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one state to another The industry is in transition as habits evolve. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – carefully planned to achieve a goal Leaders made a strategic decision about distribution….
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