Archaeologists uncover 100,000-year-old burial site in Israel
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Archaeologists uncover 100,000-year-old burial site in Israel
©(AP Photo by Ariel Schalit) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. burial /BER-ee-uhl/ [noun] – the act or ceremony of placing a dead body into the ground The ancient tribe had a special burial ground near the mountains. pose /pohz/ [noun] – a specific position of the body, especially when arranged deliberately The model sat in a relaxed pose for the painting session. ochre /OH-ker/ [noun] – a natural earth pigment containing iron, used for coloring in art and decoration Artists in ancient Rome often used ochre to paint walls and pottery. emergence /ih-MUR-juhns/ [noun] – the process of becoming visible, known,…
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U.N. court says countries may be legally responsible for climate inaction
©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think the world will look like in the future if the weather gets hotter? What do you think people can do to make the air and water cleaner? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. legal /LEE-guhl/ [adjective] – related to the law or rules made by a government The company gave legal advice to workers about their rights. inaction /in-AK-shuhn/ [noun] – the state of doing nothing or not taking action, especially when action is needed The manager’s inaction caused the project to be delayed….
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U.N. court says countries may be legally responsible for climate inaction
©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reparation /rep-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – payment or action made to correct a wrong or damage, especially between countries or groups The company offered reparations to local farmers after polluting their water supply. existential /eg-zi-STEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – related to human existence or survival, especially when under serious threat Scientists warned that nuclear war poses an existential threat to humanity. lawsuit /LAW-soot/ [noun] – a legal case brought to a court by a person or group against another The company faced several lawsuits after releasing unsafe products. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – very important or central to…
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U.N. court says countries may be legally responsible for climate inaction
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U.N. court says countries may be legally responsible for climate inaction
©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) 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 talked about climate change with a teacher or friend? Do you think young people can help protect the Earth? 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。 break /breyk/ [verb] – to not follow a rule, law, or promise If students break school rules, they may get a warning. pay /pey/ [verb] – to give money for something, especially as a result of a rule or agreement Drivers must pay a fine if they park in the wrong place. safe /seyf/ [adjective] – not dangerous;…
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Major U.S. ice cream makers to eliminate artificial dyes by 2028
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite ice cream flavor, and why do you like it? Do you think the way food looks can change how it tastes? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artificial /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl/ [adjective] – made by people, not natural Many people avoid artificial sweeteners because they prefer natural ones. dye /dahy/ [noun] – a substance used to change the color of something The company decided to remove all dyes from its fruit drinks to make them more natural. major /MEY-jer/ [adjective] – very important or large…
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Major U.S. ice cream makers to eliminate artificial dyes by 2028
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Major U.S. ice cream makers to eliminate artificial dyes by 2028
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustained /suh-STEYND/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time without stopping The new policy was introduced after sustained criticism from environmental groups. synthetic /sin-THET-ik/ [adjective] – made by chemical processes rather than natural sources The company decided to replace synthetic flavors in its snacks with natural ones. additive /AD-i-tiv/ [noun] – a substance added to something in a small amount to improve it or preserve it The bread contains additives to keep it fresh longer. hyperactivity /hahy-per-ak-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – a condition in which someone is too active and has difficulty sitting still or focusing Studies have…
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Major U.S. ice cream makers to eliminate artificial dyes by 2028
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 food should look colorful to taste good? Have you ever checked the ingredients on an ice cream label? 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。 remove /ri-MOOV/ [verb] – to take something away or get rid of it The school decided to remove junk food from the cafeteria. natural /NACH-er-uhl/ [adjective] – not made or changed by people; from nature Many customers prefer natural ingredients in their juice. request /ri-KWEST/ [noun] – an act of asking for something politely or formally The manager received many requests to…
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