Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis
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Researchers launch revelatory trials to mitigate long-term damage from Autoimmune Encephalitis
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 any serious illnesses been discussed in the news recently? Do you know any conditions that affect the brain or memory? 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。 notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The student made a notable improvement in class today. insightful /IN-sahyt-fuhl/ [adjective] – showing a clear and deep understanding of a complicated problem The teacher gave an insightful comment during the meeting. structured /STRUHK-cherd/ [adjective] – organized so that the parts relate well to each other The class followed a structured…
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San Diego Zoo’s oldest tortoise dies at estimated age of 141
©(San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. euthanasia /yoo-thuh-NEY-zhuh/ [noun] – the act of ending the life of an animal or person to stop severe pain or suffering The shelter explained that euthanasia is used only when an animal cannot recover and is suffering deeply. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – representing or symbolizing an important idea or quality The old lighthouse became emblematic of the town’s long history by the sea. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – long life or the ability to live for a long time Scientists study the longevity of certain trees that can live for…
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San Diego Zoo’s oldest tortoise dies at estimated age of 141
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San Diego Zoo’s oldest tortoise dies at estimated age of 141
©(San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance 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。 Do you think some animals can live longer than people? What animals do you think can live for a very long time? 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。 arrive /uh-RAHYV/ [verb] – to reach a place after traveling The new animals arrived at the wildlife center early in the morning. euthanize /YOO-thuh-nahyz/ [verb] – to end the life of an animal or person to stop severe pain or suffering The vet had to euthanize the injured dog because its pain could not…
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San Diego Zoo’s oldest tortoise dies at estimated age of 141
©(San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What animals do you think can live for a very long time? Why do you think so? How would you feel if you met an animal that was older than most people you know? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lifespan /LAHYF-span/ [noun] – the length of time that a person, animal, or thing lives The lifespan of the parrot at the rescue center was more than 70 years. wild /wahyld/ [noun] – a natural place where animals or plants live without human control…
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Australia prepares to enforce social media ban for children under 16
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Australia prepares to enforce social media ban for children under 16
Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel about younger teenagers using social media? What makes you feel safe or unsafe when you use the internet? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. constitutional /kon-sti-TOO-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – related to the constitution or basic laws of a country The organization filed a constitutional complaint, saying the new school rule violated students’ rights. involvement /in-VOLV-muhnt/ [noun] – the act of taking part in something Parents showed strong involvement in the school’s plan to improve safety. suspected /suh-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – believed to be guilty or likely to be something…
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Australia prepares to enforce social media ban for children under 16
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 parents should guide children when they use the internet? Do you think age checks on apps are helpful for young users? 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。 account /uh-KOUNT/ [noun] – a personal profile or registration used to access a service The school will ban students from making new online accounts during class hours. danger /DEYN-jer/ [noun] – the possibility of harm or injury The sign warns hikers about the danger of falling rocks near the trail. file /fahyl/ [verb] – to officially record or submit…
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Australia prepares to enforce social media ban for children under 16
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contentious /kuhn-TEN-shuhs/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause disagreement The proposal to close the old city library created a contentious argument among local residents. legislation /lej-is-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – laws or a set of laws made by a government New legislation was introduced to regulate the use of electric scooters in crowded areas. exploitation /ek-sploi-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from them Labor officials investigated the exploitation of migrant workers at several construction sites. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely throughout an area or group Concerns about data privacy…
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